Travel by ferry to Sweden! Travelling to Sweden couldn't be more relaxed than by ferry. This way you start your Sweden holiday rested and without stress.
Travel from Germany, Denmark, Poland and other countries to Sweden.
There are several routes to choose from for your crossing to Sweden. With ports in Kiel, Lübeck-Travemünde and Rostock, your vacation planning from Germany is extremely flexible. After the crossing, Gothenburg, Malmö or Trelleborg will give you a warm welcome.
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Search & Book Ferries to Sweden
Use our ferry search to find your ferry to Sweden. We compare the offers of different shipping companies on each route. So you always get the cheapest offer for your Swedenferry. Check availability and timetables now.
All ferries to Sweden
Here you find all current ferry connections to Sweden.
| Ferry connection | Country of origin & country of destination | Number & Duration of trip |
Shipping company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferry Gdansk – Nynashamn | Ferry from Poland to Sweden | up to 7 times a week 18 hours |
Polferries |
| Ferry Frederikshavn – Gothenburg | Ferry from Denmark to Sweden | up to 6 times a day 3 hours 25 minutes |
Stena Line |
| Ferry Grenaa – Varberg | Ferry from Denmark to Sweden | 14 times a week 4 hours 15 minutes |
Stena Line |
| Ferry Helsinki – Stockholm | Ferry from Finland to Sweden | up to 2 times a day 17 hours 45 minutes |
Tallink Silja Viking Line |
| Ferry Kiel – Gothenburg | Ferry from Germany to Sweden | up to 7 times a week 14 hours 30 minutes |
Stena Line |
| Ferry Klaipeda – Karlshamn | Ferry from Lithuania to Sweden | up to 4 times a day 13 hours 30 minutes |
DFDS Seaways TT-Line |
| Ferry Klaipeda – Trelleborg | Ferry from Lithuania to Sweden | up to 3 times a week 19 hours |
TT-Line |
| Ferry Copenhagen – Malmö – Öresund Bridge | Ferry from Denmark to Sweden | continuously possible 20 minutes |
Scandlines |
| Ferries Rostock – Trelleborg | Ferry from Germany to Sweden | up to 4 times a day 5 hours 30 minutes |
TT-Line Stena Line |
| Ferry Sandefjord – Stromstad | Ferry from Norway to Sweden | 4 times a day 2 hours 30 minutes |
Color Line |
| Ferry Swinoujscie – Malmö | Ferry from Poland to Sweden | daily 9 hours |
Finnlines |
| Ferry Swinoujscie (Swinoujscie) – Trelleborg | Ferry from Poland to Sweden | up to 3 times a day 6 hours |
TT-Line |
| Ferry Swinoujscie (Swinoujscie) – Ystad | Ferry from Poland to Sweden | up to 5 times a day 6 hours 30 minutes |
Polferries Unity Line |
| Ferries Travemünde – Karlshamn | Ferry from Germany to Sweden | up to 2 times a week 16 hours 40 minutes |
TT-Line |
| Ferry Travemünde – Malmö | Ferry from Germany to Sweden | up to 4 times a day 9 hours 15 minutes |
Finnlines |
| Ferries Travemünde – Trelleborg | Ferry from Germany to Sweden | up to 4 times a day 8 hours 45 minutes |
TT-Line |
| Ferry Vaasa – Umea | Ferry from Finland to Sweden | up to 2 times a day 3 hours 30 minutes |
Wasaline |
| Ferry Ventspils – Nynashamn | Ferry from Latvia to Sweden | up to 12 times a week 8 hours 30 minutes |
Stena Line |
All ferries from Sweden
Here you find all current ferry connections from Sweden.
| Ferry connection | Country of origin & country of destination | Number & Duration of trip |
Shipping company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferry Grisslehamn – Eckerö | Ferry from Sweden to Åland, Finland | 3 times a day 2 hours |
Eckerö Linjen |
| Ferry Kapellskär – Langnäs | Ferry from Sweden to Aland, Finland | up to 2 times a day 3 hours 30 minutes |
Finnlines |
| Ferry Kapellskär – Mariehamn | Ferry from Sweden to Aland, Finland | 3 times a day 2 hours 15 minutes |
Viking Line |
| Ferry Kapellskär – Naantali | Ferry from Sweden to Finland | up to 2 times a day 8 hours 30 minutes |
Finnlines |
| Ferry Kapellskär – Paldiski | Ferry from Sweden to Estonia | up to 2 times a day 11 hours |
DFDS Seaways Tallink Silja |
| Ferry Karlskrona – Gdynia | Ferry from Sweden to Poland | up to 3 times a day 11 hours 30 minutes |
Stena Line |
| Ferry Nynäshamn – Hanko | Ferry from Sweden to Finland | up to 7 times per week approx. 13 hours |
Stena Line |
| Ferry Stockholm – Langnäs | Ferry from Sweden to Aland, Finland | 7 times a week 6 hours 15 minutes |
Tallink Silja Viking Line |
| Ferry Stockholm – Mariehamn | Ferry from Sweden to Aland, Finland | up to 6 times a day 5 hours 25 minutes |
Tallink Silja Viking Line |
| Ferry Stockholm – Tallinn | Ferry from Sweden to Estonia | up to 7 times a week 17 hours 30 minutes |
Tallink Silja |
| Ferry Stockholm – Turku | Ferry from Sweden to Finland | up to 3 times a day 10 hours 30 minutes |
Tallink Silja Viking Line |
| Ferry Stromstad – Sandefjord | Ferry from Sweden to Norway | 4 times a day 2 hours 30 minutes |
Color Line |
| Ferry Ystad – Rønne | Ferry from Sweden to Bornholm, Denmark | up to 7 times a day 1 hour 20 minutes |
Bornholmslinjen |
All ferries within Sweden
Here you can find all current ferry connections within Sweden.
| Ferry connection | Country of origin & country of destination | Number & Duration of trip |
Shipping company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferry Nynäshamn – Visby | Inland ferry Sweden | up to 6 times a day 3 hours 15 minutes |
Destination Gotland |
| Ferry Oskarshamn – Visby | Inland ferry Sweden | up to 3 times a day 3 hours 10 minutes |
Destination Gotland |
| Ferry Vastervik – Visby | Inland ferry Sweden | 6 times a week 2 hours 30 minutes |
Destination Gotland |
Ferry ports in Sweden
You can find an overview of all ferry ports in Sweden here.
| Ports |
|---|
| Gothenburg |
| Grisslehamn |
| Kapellskär |
| Karlshamn |
| Karlskrona |
| Malmo |
| Nynashamn |
| Oskarshamn |
| Stockholm |
| Trelleborg |
| Umea |
| Varberg |
| Västervik |
| Visby |
| Ystad |
Travel guide Sweden
Holiday in Sweden
Vacations in Sweden are possible in many different ways. Sweden fascinates with its unique flora and fauna and offers nature lovers a stay against a spectacular backdrop. Lively metropolises, medieval towns, colorful houses, castles and fortresses offer visitors interested in culture a varied program. The Swedish people are proud of their traditions and are happy to share them with guests.
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TOP excursion destinations in Sweden
The Swedish capital Stockholm knows how to inspire its visitors with art, culture and historic old town. Here, modernity meets tradition, urban lifestyle goes hand in hand with large parks, riverside promenades and picturesque natural scenery.
Stockholm Castle is one of the largest castles in Europe. History comes alive on a tour of the baroque landmark. Today it serves as a workplace for the royal family and houses numerous museums.
The residence of the royal family is Drottningholm Castle. Its magnificent appearance earned it the name Swedish Versailles. The private rooms are located in the south wing, other parts of the palace and the gardens are open to visitors.
With up to 30,000 islands, the Stockholm archipelago is a popular destination. By boat or kayak you can explore the characteristic landscape at any time of the year!
Idyllically situated on a small island, Gripsholm Castle with its brick-red walls and towers is truly reminiscent of a fairytale castle. Inside, magnificent chambers, a theatre and the state portrait collection await visitors.
Medieval Visby awaits its guests with a winding old town, half-timbered architecture and well-preserved city walls. 50 watchtowers, gates, drawbridges and ramparts are waiting to be discovered.
In Småland, Astrid Lindgrens värld aims to delight children’s hearts. It was here in Vimmerby that the famous children’s author was born and where her stories were set. In the adventure park, visitors meet Pipi, Michel & Co. and can go on a discovery tour in the houses to their heart’s content – but be careful! Adults are sometimes way too big for this world….
Grandiose landscapes, endless forests and clear lakes offer nature lovers everything their heart desires. If you want to watch moose, you can do so in Grönåsens Moose Park. Special highlight: the moose safari!
In Sweden’s snow-covered north, a very special adventure awaits visitors: on a dog sled safari, guests can enjoy the endless expanse of the Scandinavian countryside in harmony with nature.
Lapland offers its visitors spectacular nature experiences in metres of snow in winter. Worldwide, Lapland is considered one of the best regions to experience the uniqueness of the Northern Lights.
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Entry requirements
German citizens from the age of 16 need a passport or identity card to enter Sweden. For children and young people under the age of 16, children’s identity cards, children’s passports, passports or identity cards are accepted. All documents must be valid for the entire duration of the stay. A visa is not required.
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Alternative travel options
An alternative to Ferry would be to travel by car. The A7 leads past Flensburg to Denmark, from where you can travel comfortably over the Öresund Bridge to Sweden. There is also a wide range of rail and long-distance bus connections. Regular flight connections make travel to Stockholm and Gothenburg possible all year round. ››› ferries to Scandinavia
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Questions & Answers about the Sweden ferry
››› How do I get to Sweden?
The best way to get to Sweden is of course to take the Ferry.
However, there are also options for traveling to Sweden by car via mainland Denmark or using one of the many flight connections.
››› Where can I book the Ferry to Sweden?
You can book your ferry to Sweden in various ways. For example here with us via our travel search forms. Directly at the respective shipping company or also in specialized travel agencies.
››› When should I book the Ferry to Sweden?
For your trip to Sweden, you should book your ferry in good time.
This is because the capacities for the most popular routes on ferries are quickly booked up.
However, there is no exact time for booking.
››› How much does ferries cost to Sweden?
The price of your ferry to Sweden depends from many different factors. For example, from the time of booking, whether you want to travel with or without a car, motorcycle or camper, with which shipping company you travel, whether in high season or low season. There are many points to consider. With our travel search you can quickly find out how much the Ferry to Sweden costs.
››› Which ferries ferries go to Sweden?
There are many ferry connections to Sweden. Here you can see an overview of all ferries to Sweden:
- Gdansk – Nynashamn
- Eckero – Grisslehamn
- Frederikshavn – Gothenburg
- Gdynia – Karlskrona
- Grenaa – Varberg
- Helsinki – Stockholm
- Kiel – Gothenburg
- Klaipeda – Karlshamn
- Klaipeda – Trelleborg
- Langnäs – Kapellskär
- Langnäs – Stockholm
- Mariehamn – Kapellskär
- Mariehamn – Stockholm
- Naantali – Kapellskär
- Paldiski – Kapellskär
- Rostock – Trellebor
- Sandefjord – Stromstad
- Swinoujscie – Malmo
- Swinoujscie – Trelleborg
- Swinoujscie – Ystad
- Tallinn – Stockholm
- Travemünde – Malmö
- Travemünde – Trelleborg
- Travemünde – Karlshamn
- Turku – Stockholm
- Vaasa – Umea
- Ventspils – Nynashamn
- Visby – Nynashamn
- Visby – Oskarshamn
- Visby – Vastervik
››› Which ferries ferries travel from Germany to Sweden?
ferries also ferries from Germany to Sweden. Here you can see all ferries from Germany to Sweden:
- Kiel – Gothenburg
- Rostock – Trelleborg
- Travemünde – Karlshamn
- Travemünde – Malmö
- Travemünde – Trelleborg
However, you also have the option of traveling to Sweden with Scandlines via the Puttgarden – Rödby or Rostock – Gedser route in connection with the Öresund Bridge.
››› Which shipping companies sail to Sweden?
There are several shipping companies that sail to Sweden. Here you can see the overview:
- Color Line
- Bornholmslinjen
- Destination Gotland
- DFDS Seaways
- Eckerö Line
- Finnlines
- Fjord Line
- Öresundslinjen
- Polferries
- Stena Line
- Tallink Silja Line
- TT-Line
- Unity Line
- Viking Line
- Wasaline
››› How long does it take ferries to get to Sweden?
The duration of the crossing from Germany to Sweden depends on your chosen route.
As a rule, however, the crossing takes between 5 and seven hours.
››› Can I travel to Sweden with a motorhome or caravan using Ferry?
Yes, of course. The ferries will take you along with your motorhome, car with caravan or normal trailer, motorcycle and bicycle.
Just specify your vehicle when booking.
››› Can I take my dog with me on the Sweden ferry?
Yes, that is also possible. Your dog or other pets such as cats can of course travel to Sweden with Ferry. However, please note the conditions of your shipping company.
On some it is possible to take the animal with you into the passenger area during the crossing. For others, the animal must remain in the vehicle on the car deck.
››› From which countries do the ferries ferries travel to Sweden?
Many countries now offer ferry connections to Sweden. Here you can see an overview:
- ferries from Germany to Sweden
- ferries from Denmark to Sweden
- ferries from Estonia to Sweden
- ferries from Finland to Sweden
- ferries from Latvia to Sweden
- ferries from Lithuania to Sweden
- ferries from Norway to Sweden
- ferries from Poland to Sweden
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