Ferry crossing between Helsinki and Travemunde

Finnlines · 9h

Helsinki to Travemunde Ferry

Compare every Helsinki to Travemunde sailing. From £116.29 one way, 6 times a week, crossing in about 9h.

  • 9h crossing
  • 6 sailings a week
  • Cars carried
  • Verified timetable

Helsinki to Travemunde sailings on Saturday 31 October

1 departure found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Nordica of Aquitaine
04:40Helsinki
9h 33m
★ Cheapest
14:13Travemunde
£144.01
total
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About the Helsinki to Travemunde ferry

Finnlines operates the Helsinki – Travemunde crossing 6 times a week. Expect to be at sea for about 9h, with one-way tickets from £116.29. Fares move with demand, so midweek and early-morning departures are consistently the cheapest way to cross.

Vehicles are carried on this route, so you can take a car, campervan or motorbike across and keep your luggage with you. Foot passengers are welcome on board.

Helsinki to Travemunde ferry timetable

There are around 6 sailings a week on this route, 6 times a week. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Helsinki and Travemunde are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Helsinki – Travemunde Finnlines9h6 £116.29£570.51 Yes
Helsinki – Tallinn Eckero Line, Tallink Silja and Viking Line2h88 £8.96£85.67 Yes
Helsinki – Stockholm Tallink Silja and Viking Line17h13 £34.98£249.96 Yes
Malmo – Travemunde Finnlines8h 30m18 £30.57£229.09 Yes
Trelleborg – Travemunde TT Line2h 45m18 £32.19£190.65 Yes

How much is the ferry from Helsinki to Travemunde?

One-way fares start at £116.29. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £570.51. That figure includes vehicles, multiple passengers and peak-season departures, which is why it sits well above the headline price.

Which operators sail this route?

Finnlines operates the Helsinki – Travemunde crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.

Taking a vehicle

Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Helsinki to Travemunde ferry. Add your vehicle when you search and every price shown will include it, and no vehicle surcharge appears later in the booking.

Getting to Helsinki

Check in opens around 90 minutes before departure for vehicles and 45 minutes for foot passengers, and closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing depending on the operator. Read our Helsinki port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Travemunde guide for the other end.

Helsinki to Travemunde ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Helsinki to Travemunde?

The Helsinki to Travemunde ferry takes approximately 9h. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Helsinki to Travemunde?

One-way fares start from £116.29. The average booking on this route comes to around £570.51 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Helsinki to Travemunde?

Finnlines operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Helsinki to Travemunde ferry run?

There are around 6 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 6 times a week. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Helsinki to Travemunde ferry?

Yes. Cars, campervans and motorbikes are carried on this route. Add your vehicle at the search stage so the price you see includes it.

What is the cheapest day to sail from Helsinki to Travemunde?

Midweek departures, particularly Tuesday and Wednesday, are typically the cheapest, along with the earliest sailing of the day. Friday and Saturday crossings in July and August are the most expensive.

How far in advance should I book?

Prices on this route rise as departure approaches. Booking more than six weeks ahead usually secures the lowest fare; inside a week you can expect to pay substantially more, especially in peak season.

Do I need a passport for the Helsinki to Travemunde ferry?

Carry valid photo ID for every passenger. International crossings require a passport valid for the whole of your trip, and non-EU travellers entering the Schengen area are now subject to biometric registration at the border. Check the operator's requirements before you travel.