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How to book a Ferry to Helsinki

How to book a Ferry to Helsinki

Compare all ferries to Helsinki in Finland to ensure you get the best possible ferry price for your crossing.

Our unique ferry price comparison tool will compare numerous sailing departures around your preferred option with all available ferry companies as well as crossings to other destinations in addition to Helsinki to guarantee you have all the information you need to decide on which is the best option in one fast and easy search!

Simply select your place of departure, preferred route, total number of passengers and search!

Helsinki Ferry Services

Helsinki Ferry

Helsinki port sailing information

Can you get a ferry to Helsinki?

Yes, you can get a ferry to Helsinki from 4 different ports. These include Tallinn, Stockholm, Travemunde & Mariehamn.

Helsinki schedules

Ferries to Helsinki sail up to 18 times a day and up to 123 times a week.

Helsinki operators

Ferries to Helsinki are operated by 4 operators including Tallink Silja Line, Viking Line, Finnlines & Eckerö Line.

How long is the ferry to Helsinki?

The duration of the ferry to Helsinki depends on the route you choose. The Tallinn to Helsinki is the fastest ferry with a duration of about 2 hours 15 minutes, whilst Travemunde to Helsinki is the slowest ferry with a journey time of around 31 hours.

Bear in mind that Helsinki ferry times can change from season to season so it's best to check the latest Helsinki ferry timetable before you book.


Ferry routes to Helsinki

There are currently 4 different ferry routes to Helsinki.

Tallinn to Helsinki

Stockholm to Helsinki

Travemunde to Helsinki

Mariehamn to Helsinki

Popular ferry routes to Helsinki

Tallinn to Helsinki is the most popular route, with 13 daily and 88 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes around 2 hours 15 minutes and costs £98.31 on average. 

The second most popular route is Stockholm to Helsinki which takes around 16 hours 42 minutes and costs £215.52 on average. There are 2 daily and 14 weekly sailings on this route.

Where do ferries from Helsinki go to?

Helsinki ferries currently sail to 4 ports including Tallinn, Stockholm, Travemunde & Mariehamn.


Helsinki ferry prices

How much is the ferry to Helsinki?

Helsinki ferry prices vary depending on various factors. The route, season, operator and type of ship you sail on can all affect the Helsinki ferry cost. 

Tallinn to Helsinki is the cheapest ferry, costing £98.31 on average. There are 13 daily and 88 weekly sailings on this route. The journey usually takes about 2 hours 15 minutes.

The most expensive ferry is Travemunde to Helsinki. The price is usually around £797.20. There are 1 daily and 7 weekly sailings, with an average crossing time of 31 hours.


Getting the ferry to Helsinki with vehicles and pets

Is there a car ferry to Helsinki?

Yes, you can take a car ferry to Helsinki with 4 operators. Car operators include Tallink Silja Line, Viking Line, Finnlines & Eckerö Line. For more information on routes and car ferry prices, check out our Deal Finder.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries to Helsinki?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed on ferries to Helsinki with 4 operators including Tallink Silja Line, Viking Line, Finnlines & Eckerö Line.

Can I take my bike on ferries to Helsinki?

Yes, you can take your bike on ferries to Helsinki with 1 operators. These include Finnlines

Can I take my pet on the ferry to Helsinki?

You can take your pet on the ferry to Helsinki with 3 operators including Tallink Silja Line, Viking Line & Finnlines. For more information about pet accommodation and fees, please view our Deal Finder.


How to book ferry tickets to Helsinki

It's easy to book ferry tickets to Helsinki online at Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Enter your departure and arrival ports along the date you'd like to travel to see all available options. You can also compare alternative routes to find the best ferry to suit you.

We'd recommend booking in advance to get your tickets at the best possible price. You can also check out our Special Offers page and sign up to our email for exclusive offers.

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