Approaching Helsinki on the ferry from Stockholm

Tallink Silja and Viking Line · 17h

Stockholm to Helsinki Ferry

Compare every Stockholm to Helsinki sailing. From £64.37 one way, daily, crossing in about 17h.

  • 17h crossing
  • 13 sailings a week
  • Cars carried
  • Verified timetable

Stockholm to Helsinki sailings on Saturday 31 October

3 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Sovereign of the Channel
07:20Stockholm
16h 46m
⚡ Fastest
00:06Helsinki (+1)
£105.01
total · free changes
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Empress of Aquitaine
07:20Stockholm
18h 35m
Foot passenger
01:55Helsinki (+1)
£105.01
total
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Only 13 spaces left at this price on the 07:20 sailing.

Sovereign of the Channel
21:20Stockholm
17h 31m
★ Cheapest
14:51Helsinki (+1)
£84.49
total
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About the Stockholm to Helsinki ferry

Tallink Silja and Viking Line operate the Stockholm – Helsinki crossing daily. Expect to be at sea for about 17h, with one-way tickets from £64.37. 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.

Stockholm to Helsinki ferry timetable

There are around 13 sailings a week on this route, daily. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Stockholm and Helsinki are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Stockholm – Helsinki Tallink Silja and Viking Line17h13 £64.37£303.69 Yes
Stockholm – Mariehamn Tallink Silja and Viking Line1h 30m29 £14.72£106.74 Yes
Stockholm – Turku Tallink Silja and Viking Line11h20 £16.39£124.90 Yes
Tallinn – Helsinki Eckero Line, Tallink Silja and Viking Line2h88 £8.96£85.67 Yes
Travemunde – Helsinki Finnlines5h 25m6 £115.67£682.84 Yes

How much is the ferry from Stockholm to Helsinki?

One-way fares start at £64.37. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £303.69. 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?

Tallink Silja and Viking Line each operate the Stockholm – Helsinki crossing. Because more than one company competes here, fares and departure times vary meaningfully between them, so comparing before you book is worth real money on this route.

Taking a vehicle

Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Stockholm to Helsinki 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 Stockholm

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 Stockholm port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Helsinki guide for the other end.

Stockholm to Helsinki ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Stockholm to Helsinki?

The Stockholm to Helsinki ferry takes approximately 17h. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Stockholm to Helsinki?

One-way fares start from £64.37. The average booking on this route comes to around £303.69 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Stockholm to Helsinki?

Tallink Silja and Viking Line operate this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Stockholm to Helsinki ferry run?

There are around 13 sailings a week on this route, which works out at daily. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Stockholm to Helsinki 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 Stockholm to Helsinki?

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 Stockholm to Helsinki 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.