Travelling from Helsinki to Saint Petersburg? Then the Ferry Helsinki - Saint Petersburg offers you a fast and affordable option for your trip. The ferry takes you 3 times a week in 14 hours from Helsinki (Finland) to Saint Petersburg (Russia).
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Information about the ferry connection Helsinki - Saint Petersburg
| Ferry connection: | Ferry Helsinki - Saint Petersburg |
| Start port: | Helsinki (Finland) |
| Destination port: | Saint Petersburg (Russia) |
| Number of crossings: | 3 times a week |
| Travel time / journey time: | 14 hours |
| Booking: | Ferry Helsinki - Saint Petersburg book |
Port information for your journey by ferry from Helsinki to Saint Petersburg
Helsinki
Helsinki is located on a peninsula in the south of Finland. Several parks enliven the colourful image of the city. Many buildings date from the Art Nouveau period. In addition to residential buildings, it includes both the main railway station ...
Port address
| Address ferry harbour Helsinki | |
|---|---|
| Street: | Olympiaranta 3, 00140 Helsinki, Finland |
| Postcode & city: | 00140 Helsinki |
| Country: | Finland |
| GPS: | 60.1618816, 24.958625 |
Travel information
The ferry terminals in Helsinki are scattered across various port facilities. You can find the right travel information here.
Travel by car to the Finnlines ferry terminal in Helsinki
- From Helsinki city center: Ferry on route E75/Hämeenlinnanväylä and follow the signs to the harbor/port.
- From the east and west (via E18): Take the E18 and change at exit 53 to route 103 towards the ferries terminal. Ferry to the end of Route 103 and you will arrive directly at the Finnlines terminal.
- From the north (via E75): Ferry south on the E75 and change to the E18 at exit 5. Ferry on the E18 and change at exit 53 to route 103 towards the ferry terminal. Ferry to the end of Route 103 and you will arrive directly at the Finnlines terminal.
Travel by car to the Tallink Silja Line Olympia ferry terminal in Helsinki (Helsinki-Mariehamn)
- From the north (via E75): Ferry south on the E75 to Helsinki. Follow the E75 to the end. At the traffic circle, take the exit to the Olympia Terminal.
- From the east (via E18): Ferry west on the E18 to Helsinki, exit 50a and change to the E75 towards Helsinki. Follow the E75 to the end. At the traffic circle, take the exit to the Olympia Terminal.
- From the west (via E18): Ferry east on the E18 to Helsinki, exit 39 and change to the E12 towards Helsinki. Follow the E12 to the end and then follow the signs to the Olympia Terminal.
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Travel by car to the Tallink Silja Line fast ferry terminal
- From the north (via the E75): Ferry south on the E75 towards Helsinki. Follow the signs to the city center and then navigate to the western harbor, where Tyynenmerenkatu is located.
- From the east (via the E18): Ferry west on the E18 towards Helsinki. In Helsinki follow the signs to Westhafen/Tyynenmerenkatu.
- From the west (via the E18): Ferry east on the E18 towards Helsinki. In Helsinki, follow the signs to the Western Harbor/Tyynenmerenkatu.
Travel by car to the Viking Line ferry terminal
- From the north (via the E75): Ferry south on the E75 towards Helsinki. Follow the signs to the city center and then to the Viking Line ferry terminal.
- From the east (via the E18): Ferry west on the E18 to Helsinki. Change to the E75 and follow the signs to the city center and then to the Viking Line ferry terminal.
- From the west (via the E18): Ferry east on the E18 towards Helsinki. In Helsinki, change to the E75 and follow the signs to the city center and then to the Viking Line ferry terminal.
Arrival by bus & train
- By train: Travel to Helsinki Central Station. From there you can use public transport to get to one of the ferry ports.
- By bus: There are several bus lines that stop near the ferry ports. Check the current lines and timetables for the best connection.
Arrival by plane
- Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): From the airport, you can take a train, bus or cab to Helsinki Central Station and continue from there to the desired ferry port.
Here you will find more detailed information about the harbour, addresses of the ferry terminals, information about travelling to Helsinki, as well as all Ferries to Helsinki.
Saint Petersburg
St. Petersburg was built about 300 years ago on former swamp land. Today, the city is the world’s northernmost city with over a million inhabitants. Its magnificent city centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You see here about 2300 ...
Port address
| Address ferry harbour Saint Petersburg | |
|---|---|
| Street: | Ploshchad' Morskoy Slavy |
| Postcode & city: | 199106 St. Petersburg |
| Country: | Russia |
| GPS: | 59.9266588, 30.234830 |
Travel information
Arrival at the Playa St Petersburg ferry port
Arrival by car
How to get to the ferry port of St. Petersburg in Russia by car:
- From the south: Follow the M11 highway north to St. Petersburg. Leave the highway at the exit in the direction of the city center. Then follow the signs to the harbor.
- From the west: Drive east on the A-180/E20 highway to St. Petersburg. Follow the signs to the harbor when you reach the city.
- From the north: Take the A-121 or the A-181 and drive south towards St. Petersburg. Follow the signs to the harbor when you reach the city.
- From the east: Follow the P-21/E105 highway west to St. Petersburg. Then follow the signs to the harbor.
Arrival by bus & train
The ferry port of St. Petersburg is well connected to the public transport network. There are various bus lines and the metro station “Primorskaya” near the harbor. Check the timetable for exact departure times.
Arrival by plane
Pulkovo Airport (LED) is the international airport of St. Petersburg. From the airport, you can take a cab or the Aeroexpress train to the city center. From there it is only a few kilometers to the ferry port.
Here you will find more detailed information about the harbour, addresses of the ferry terminals, information about travelling to Saint Petersburg, as well as all Ferries to Saint Petersburg.
Alternative ferry connections
To travel from Helsinki to Saint Petersburg or from Finland to Russia, you can also use one of the following alternative ferry routes:
| Route | Start country & destination country |
Number & Duration of trip |
|---|---|---|
| Ferry Stockholm – Riga | SwedenLatvia | 7 times a week 17 hours |
Frequently asked questions
Here you will find answers to various questions about travelling from Helsinki to Saint Petersburg.
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