Travelling from Cuxhaven to Brunsbüttel? Then the Ferry Cuxhaven ⇄ Brunsbüttel offers you a fast and affordable option for your trip. The ferry takes you up to 3 times a week in 40 minutes from Cuxhaven (Germany) to Brunsbüttel (Germany).
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Information about the ferry connection Cuxhaven - Brunsbüttel
| Ferry connection: | Cuxhaven ⇄ Brunsbüttel |
| Ports of the ferry connection: |
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| Number of crossings: | up to 3 times a week |
| Travel time / journey time: | 40 minutes |
| Distance: | 26 Kilometers (ca. 14,0 Nautical miles) |
| Season: | Seasonal (March - November) |
| Price incl. car: | from 19,00 € |
| Price pedestrian: | from 11,00 € |
| Check-in: | up to 30 minutes before departure |
| Booking: | ››› Check price & availability |
| Ferries on this route: |
FRS Halunder Jet Catamaran |
| Operator of the ferry connection: |
FRS Helgoline |
Information about the ferry connection Brunsbüttel - Cuxhaven
| Ferry connection: | Brunsbüttel ⇄ Cuxhaven |
| Häfen der Verbindung (Rückreise): |
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| Number of crossings: | up to 3 times a week |
| Travel time / journey time: | 40 minutes |
| Distance: | 26 Kilometers (ca. 14,0 Nautical miles) |
| Season: | Seasonal (March - November) |
| Price incl. car: | from 19,00 € |
| Price pedestrian: | from 11,00 € |
| Check-in: | up to 30 minutes before departure |
| Booking: | ››› Check price & availability |
| Ferries on this route: |
FRS Halunder Jet Catamaran |
| Operator of the ferry connection: |
FRS Helgoline |
Ferry Cuxhaven - Brunsbüttel Timetable
20.12.2021
Departure from Cuxhaven |
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| Monday – Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | Holidays |
| 06:30 a.m. | 06:30 a.m. | 06:30 a.m. | ||
| 09:30 a.m. | 09:30 a.m. | 09:30 a.m. | 08:00 a.m. | 09:30 a.m. |
| 12:30 p.m. | 12:30 p.m. | 12:30 p.m. | 11:00 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. |
| 3:30 p.m. | 3:30 p.m. | 3:30 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. | 3:30 p.m. |
| 6:30 p.m. | 7:00 p.m. | 7:00 p.m. | 5:00 p.m. | 6:30 p.m. |
| 8:30 p.m. | 9:30 p.m. | |||
Departure from Brunsbüttel |
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| Monday – Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | Holidays |
| 05:00 a.m. | 05:00 a.m. | |||
| 08:00 a.m. | 08:00 a.m. | 08:00 a.m. | 09:30 a.m. | 08:00 a.m. |
| 11:00 a.m. | 11:00 a.m. | 11:00 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. | 11:00 a.m. |
| 2:00 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. | 3:30 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. |
| 5:00 p.m. | 5:00 p.m. | 5:00 p.m. | 7:00 p.m. | 5:00 p.m. |
| 8:30 p.m. | 8:30 p.m. | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Elbferry Brunsbüttel-Cuxhaven Prices
| one way | Round trip | |
| Passenger prices without car | ||
| adults | 11,00 € | 18,00 € |
| Adult Mini Cruise (return trip without getting off) | 15,00 € | |
| Children (7-14 years) | 5,50 € | 9,00 € |
| Children (7-14 years) Mini Cruise (return trip without getting off) | 7,50 € | |
| Families (2 adults + 3 children) | 25,00 € | 40,00 € |
| Families (2 adults + 3 children) Mini Cruise (return trip without getting off) | 38,00 € | |
| Children’s bike up to 24 inches | free of charge | free of charge |
| Surcharge for bicycle transport + e-scooter transport | 4,00 € | 6,00 € |
| Surcharge for moped (up to 50cc) | 6,00 € | 11,00 € |
| Disabled person’s card “B” = accompanying persons travel free of charge | ||
| Motorcycle | ||
| Motorcycle | 12,00 € | 19,00 € |
| Car prices (without passengers) | ||
| Car up to 4 m, trike, quad | 19,00 € | 34,00 € |
| Car > 4 m | 22,00 € | 40,00 € |
| Motorhome prices (without passengers) | ||
| Motorhomes up to 6 m | 25,00 € | 45,00 € |
| Motorhomes 6.01 – 8 m | 35,00 € | 59,00 € |
| Motorhomes 8.01 – 10 m | 40,00 € | 72,00 € |
| Motorhomes > 10.01 m | 55,00 € | 99,00 € |
| Car with caravan or trailer (without passengers) | ||
| Car with caravan / trailer up to 8 m | 35,00 € | 59,00 € |
| Car with caravan / trailer up to 8.01 – 10 m | 40,00 € | 72,00 € |
| Car with caravan / trailer > 10 m | 49,00 € | 90,00 € |
| Passengers of cars, motorhomes & motorcycles | ||
| adults | 6,00 € | 10,00 € |
| Children 7-14 years | 3,00 € | 5,00 € |
| Dogs | ||
| Dogs travel free of charge with Elbferry. | ||
Betreiber der Fähre Cuxhaven ⇄ Brunsbüttel
FRS Helgoline
FRS Helgoline takes you to Heligoland quickly and comfortably with the high-speed catamaran “Halunder Jet”. Departures are from Hamburg, Brunsbüttel and Cuxhaven. Spacious panoramic windows, outdoor decks and gastronomic service await you on board. With over 40 years of experience, FRS Helgoline ensures a pleasant crossing.
Port information for the ferry connection between Cuxhaven and Brunsbüttel
Cuxhaven
Life in Cuxhaven has always been shaped by water and the Wadden Sea. This is also reflected in the sights of the city. The “Kugelbake” once served as an important ...
Here you will find information about the port, the ferry terminals, travel arrangements, and all Ferries to Cuxhaven.
Port address
| Ferry port Cuxhaven | |
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| Street: | At the old harbor |
| Postcode & city: | 27472 Cuxhaven |
| Country: | Germany |
| GPS: | 53.871391, 8.709043 |
Travel information
Arrival by car
How to reach the Cuxhaven ferry port by car:
- From the east (e.g. Hamburg): Follow the B73 northwest to Cuxhaven. Follow the signs to the ferry port.
- From the south (e.g. Bremerhaven): Take the A27 in the direction of Cuxhaven. In Cuxhaven, change to the B73 and follow the signs to the ferry port.
- From the west(East Frisian Islands): From the direction of the East Frisian Islands, take one of the many country roads heading east to Bremerhaven. Then drive north via the A27 and the B73 to the Ferries port in Cuxhaven.
Arrival by bus & train
The Cuxhaven ferry port is well connected to the bus and rail network. Cuxhaven main station offers connections to various cities in Germany. From the train station you can take buses to the ferry port.
Arrival by plane
The nearest airport is Hamburg Airport (HAM). From there, you can take a train to Cuxhaven or hire a car to get to the ferry port.
Brunsbüttel
A shopping spree in Brunsbüttel starts in Koogstraße. It begins at the locks, from where there is a magnificent view of the passing ships and ocean liners. The canal and ...
Here you will find information about the port, the ferry terminals, travel arrangements, and all Ferries to Brunsbüttel.
Port address
| Ferry port Brunsbüttel | |
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| Street: | Ferry road |
| Postcode & city: | 25541 Brunsbüttel |
| Country: | Germany |
| GPS: | 53.897461, 9.148034 |
Travel information
Arrival by car
If you want to travel by car, you can reach the Brunsbüttel ferry port from various directions:
- From the north (e.g. from Kiel): Ferry south on the A7 to exit 5 (Brunsbüttel Nord) and ferry towards Brunsbüttel on the B5. Follow the signs to the ferry port.
- From the south (e.g. from Hamburg): Take the A23 northbound and change to the B5 towards Brunsbüttel at exit 16 (Itzehoe Mitte). Follow the signs to the ferry port.
- From the west (e.g. from Heide): Take the B5 towards Brunsbüttel and follow the signs to the ferry port.
- From the east (e.g. from Rendsburg): Take the B202 and B77 in the direction of Brunsbüttel and follow the signs to the ferry port.
Arrival by bus & train
The Brunsbüttel ferry port is well connected to the regional bus and rail network. Brunsbüttel station connects the region with various cities. Check the current Deutsche Bahn and local bus timetable for connections to the ferry port.
Arrival by plane
The nearest airport is Hamburg Airport. From there, you can take the train or a rental car to get to the Brunsbüttel ferry port. The journey takes about 1.5 hours.
Itinerary
Check-in & departure in the port of Cuxhaven
The Ferry from Cuxhaven to Brunsbüttel runs once a day from March to November and enables a quick crossing of the Elbe. You should check in at the port of Cuxhaven at least 30 minutes before departure. The check-in process runs smoothly and without long waiting times. From here, the 40-minute ferry ride to Brunsbüttel begins.
On board the Ferry
On board, you can relax in the comfortable passenger areas. The Ferry of the FRS Helgoline is modernly equipped and offers you a pleasant stay while you cross the Elbe estuary. Enjoy the view of the passing coastal landscape.
Arrival in Brunsbüttel
The port of Brunsbüttel is only 40 minutes away. Checking in is just as quick, so you can continue your journey without any problems. If you want to return to Cuxhaven, the return journey is also available to you. But only the next day.
FRS Helgoline Halunder Jet off Heligoland.
The Panorama Class on the Halunder Jet. Here you can enjoy the view of the Elbe and the North Sea. Source: FRS Helgoline
From the FRS Helgoline ferry pier in Brunsbüttel, you can travel via Cuxhaven to Heligoland or back to Hamburg. Source: FRS Helgoline
Alternative ferry connections
To travel from Cuxhaven to Brunsbüttel or from Germany to Germany, you can also use one of the following alternative ferry routes:
| Route | Start country & destination country |
Number & Duration of trip |
|---|---|---|
| Ferry Glückstadt – Wischhafen | GermanyGermany | up to 37 times a day 20 minutes |
| Ferry Brunsbüttel – Heligoland | GermanyGermany | up to 4 times a week 2 hours |
| Ferry Hamburg – Cuxhaven | GermanyGermany | 1 time daily 2 hours 15 minutes |
Frequently asked questions
Here you will find answers to various questions about travelling from Cuxhaven to Brunsbüttel.
Which Ferries buses travel from Cuxhaven to Brunsbüttel?
The ferry connection from Cuxhaven to Brunsbüttel is currently operated by the shipping company FRS Helgoline.
How much does the Ferry from Cuxhaven to Brunsbüttel cost?
The fare on the ferry connection from Cuxhaven to Brunsbüttel depends on various factors and is often based on capacity utilization, the time of travel and other points.
You can use our travel search to find out the current price.
By when do I have to check in at Ferry Cuxhaven-Brunsbüttel at the latest?
You must check in at the port of Cuxhaven at least 30 minutes before departure. However, you should plan a little more time for check-in.
What happens if I am not in port on time?
That can happen, of course. However, the Ferry will not wait for you, because the timetable must be adhered to.
As soon as you realize that you will not make it to check-in at the port of Cuxhaven in time, you should contact the shipping company by telephone. You will find the telephone number on your booking confirmation.
How often does the Ferry ferry travel from Cuxhaven to Brunsbüttel?
The Cuxhaven-Brunsbüttel ferry connection is currently offered up to 3 times a week . However, only in the season from March to the beginning of November.
The ferries always take place on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday around 6 pm.
How long does the ferry crossing from Cuxhaven to Brunsbüttel take?
The journey time (crossing time) is currently 40 minutes.
Can I take my dog with me on the Ferry?
Yes, that’s not a problem. Dogs and small pets such as cats travel as normal with Ferry. Dogs must wear a muzzle and be kept on a leash. Cats and other small pets must travel in a fixed transport container.
Can I take my car with me on Ferry?
No, the current Ferry has no space for cars or motorhomes. It is a passenger-only ferry. Only bicycles can be taken on board.
Do I have to book Ferry in advance?
Early booking is recommended, especially in the summer months.
Are there catering facilities on board?
Yes, there is a café and bistro on board the Ferry where you can buy snacks and drinks.
Is there WLAN on board?
Yes, the Ferry offers WLAN for passengers. However, the signal strength may vary during the crossing.
Does the Ferry ferry all year round?
No, the crossings are seasonal. The Ferry operates from March to the beginning of November.
Are there parking facilities at the terminals?
Yes, there are parking spaces for long and short-term parking at both terminals. Some of these are subject to a charge.
