Travelling from Travemünde to Helsinki? Then the Ferry Travemünde ⇄ Helsinki offers you a fast and affordable option for your trip. The ferry takes you up to 7 times a week in 30 hours 30 minutes to 31 hours from Travemünde (Germany) to Helsinki (Finland).
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Ferry Travemünde - Helsinki Timetable
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Ferry Helsinki - Travemünde Timetable
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Information about the ferry connection Travemünde - Helsinki
| Ferry connection: | Travemünde ⇄ Helsinki |
| Ports of the ferry connection: |
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| Number of crossings: | up to 7 times a week |
| Travel time / journey time: | 30 hours 30 minutes bis 31 hours |
| Distance: | 1150 Kilometers (ca. 621,0 Nautical miles) |
| Season: | All year round (January-December) |
| Check-in: | up to 2 hours before departure |
| Booking: | ››› Check price & availability |
| Operator of the ferry connection: |
Finnlines |
Information about the ferry connection Helsinki - Travemünde
| Ferry connection: | Helsinki ⇄ Travemünde |
| Häfen der Verbindung (Rückreise): |
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| Number of crossings: | up to 7 times a week |
| Travel time / journey time: | 31 hours |
| Distance: | 1150 Kilometers (ca. 621,0 Nautical miles) |
| Season: | All year round (January-December) |
| Check-in: | up to 2 hours before departure |
| Booking: | ››› Check price & availability |
| Operator of the ferry connection: |
Finnlines |
Ferry Travemünde - Helsinki Timetable
The Finnlines-Ferries depart daily from Lübeck-Travemünde.
| Departure in Travemünde | Arrival in Helsinki | (following day) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 02:00 | Tue | 10:00 |
| Tue | 02:00 | Wed | 10:00 |
| Wed | 02:00 | Thu | 10:00 |
| Thu | 02:00 | Fri | 10:00 |
| Fri | 02:00 | Sat | 10:00 |
| Sat | 02:30 | Sun | 10:00 |
| Sun | 02:00 | Mon | 10:00 |
Ferry Helsinki - Travemünde Timetable
The Finnlines-Ferries depart daily from Helsinki-Vuosaari. Here you can see the current timetable:
| Departure in Helsinki | Arrival in Travemünde | (following day) | |
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| Mon | 15:00 | Tue | 21:00 |
| Tue | 15:00 | Wed | 21:00 |
| Wed | 15:00 | Thu | 21:00 |
| Thu | 15:00 | Fri | 21:00 |
| Fri | 15:00 | Sat | 21:00 |
| Sat | 15:00 | Sun | 21:00 |
| Sun | 15:00 | Mon | 21:00 |
Betreiber der Fähre Travemünde ⇄ Helsinki
Finnlines
Finnlines is a leading shipping company offering ferry connections between Germany, Finland and Sweden. You travel in comfort on modern ships and benefit from reliable departures, good service and attractive offers for vehicles and passengers. This is ideal for trips around the Baltic Sea.
Port information for the ferry connection between Travemünde and Helsinki
Travemünde
As a district of the Hanseatic city of Lübeck, Travemünde is known for its promenade, which follows the River Trave to its mouth in the Baltic Sea. The Old Lighthouse ...
Here you will find information about the port, the ferry terminals, travel arrangements, and all Ferries to Travemünde.
Port address
| Ferry port Travemünde | |
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| Street: | Travemünde Landstraße, 23570 Lübeck |
| Postcode & city: | 23570 Lübeck - Travemünde |
| Country: | Germany |
| GPS: | 53.939626, 10.854069 |
Travel information
Arrival by car
- Coming from Hamburg (south): Ferry north on the A1 to exit 20-Bad-Schwartau. Then follow the B226 to Lübeck-Siems. There the B226 merges into the B75. Just ferry on along the B75 in the direction of Travemünde. The ferry port is well signposted.
- From the direction of Schwerin, Rostock (east): Ferries on the A20 in the direction of Lübeck until exit 2b Lübeck-Süd. There you change to the B207 towards Lübeck. At the Berliner Platz traffic circle, turn left from the B75 towards Travemünde. Follow the B75 for a few kilometers. The ferry port Travemünde is then closed.
- From direction Kiel (North): Ferry south on the B76 towards Lübeck and change to the A1 towards Lübeck as far as exit 19-Sereetz. Then follow the B226 to Lübeck-Siems. There the B226 merges into the B75. Just ferry on along the B75 in the direction of Travemünde. The ferry port is well signposted.
Arrival by bus & train
Travemünde is easily accessible by public transport. There are direct train connections to Lübeck main station and from there regional trains and buses to the Travemünde ferry port.
Arrival by plane
- Hamburg Airport: The nearest major airport is in Hamburg. From there you can take the train to Lübeck main station and then a regional train or bus to Travemünde.
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 ...
Here you will find information about the port, the ferry terminals, travel arrangements, and all Ferries to Helsinki.
Port address
| Ferry port Helsinki | |
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| Street: | Olympiaranta 3, 00140 Helsinki, Finland |
| Postcode & city: | 00140 Helsinki |
| Country: | Finland |
| GPS: | 60.161882, 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.
Itinerary
Itinerary of the Ferry Travemünde – Helsinki
On the route between Travemünde and Helsinki, the ferries of the shipping company Finnlines are in operation. Throughout the year, one Ferry leaves the port of Travemünde for the Finnish capital every day. You should allow around 30 hours for the 1,132-kilometer crossing.
Start at the ferry port Travemünde
The port of Lübeck-Travemünde is one of the largest in Europe. From the Skandinavienkai, the ferries depart for the Baltic States, Finland and Sweden. The port house Travemünde offers travelers a restaurant, shopping facilities, sanitary facilities and parking spaces.
Arrival at the port of departure Travemünde
The ferry terminal can be reached directly via the A1 and A226 highways. If you are traveling by train, either get off at the Lübeck-Travemünde Skandinavienkai stop or take the bus (lines 30 and 40) from Lübeck main station.
On board the Finnlines Ferry to Helsinki
The three identical STAR-class ships Ferries Finnstar, Finnmaid and Finnlady operate on the route from Travemünde to Helsinki. They each offer space for up to 554 passengers and are characterized by their upscale facilities and excellent service.
What you can do during the crossing
A separate sauna area with whirlpools, a fitness room and a massage room ensure a relaxed arrival in Helsinki. Do you prefer a leisurely shopping spree? Then Sailor’s Shop is the right place for you. The Finnlines shipping company offers its guests a varied entertainment program with changing artists. With a playroom and teens lounge, time flies even for children and teenagers.
These offers are available on board the Ferry
The gastronomic offer on board consists of a buffet restaurant, a bistro and an outdoor deck with bar service. On the 30-hour crossing, nine different cabin categories offer the right retreat for every requirement.
Arrival in Helsinki ferry port
The Port of Helsinki is one of the busiest passenger ports in Europe. From Hansa Terminal you can easily reach the city center by car, bus and metro. In front of the terminal building there is a parking garage for short-term and long-term parking.
Your options in Helsinki
The capital Helsinki is located in the very south of Finland and inspires with historical flair and architecture in Art Nouveau style. A stroll through the city leads to the cathedral, the old market hall and the main station. If you want to visit the Suomenlinna sea fortress, you must take the Ferry. Helsinki is considered a compact city that is easy to explore on foot. With hotels, B&Bs and vacation apartments, it offers numerous accommodation options for one or more nights.
Your options for onward travel from Helsinki
From Helsinki, you can reach larger cities such as Turku, Oulu and Rovaniemi by car, long-distance bus and train. However, the further north and inland you go, the worse the connections become. Thus, there is only bus transport in Lapland.
The Finnlines-Ferries depart daily from Lübeck-Travemünde.
| Departure in Travemünde | Arrival in Helsinki | (following day) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 02:00 | Tue | 10:00 |
| Tue | 02:00 | Wed | 10:00 |
| Wed | 02:00 | Thu | 10:00 |
| Thu | 02:00 | Fri | 10:00 |
| Fri | 02:00 | Sat | 10:00 |
| Sat | 02:30 | Sun | 10:00 |
| Sun | 02:00 | Mon | 10:00 |
The Finnlines-Ferries depart daily from Helsinki-Vuosaari. Here you can see the current timetable:
| Departure in Helsinki | Arrival in Travemünde | (following day) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 15:00 | Tue | 21:00 |
| Tue | 15:00 | Wed | 21:00 |
| Wed | 15:00 | Thu | 21:00 |
| Thu | 15:00 | Fri | 21:00 |
| Fri | 15:00 | Sat | 21:00 |
| Sat | 15:00 | Sun | 21:00 |
| Sun | 15:00 | Mon | 21:00 |
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Frequently asked questions
Here you will find answers to various questions about travelling from Travemünde to Helsinki.
With which Ferries and shipping companies can I travel from Travemünde to Helsinki?
The ferry connection between Travemünde and Helsinki is currently only operated by the shipping company Finnlines.
The following combined freight and passenger Ferries (RoPax) are used:
- Finnlady
- Finnmaid
- Finnstar
How much does it cost to drive from Travemünde to Helsinki by car, caravan or motorhome?
The price of a ferry crossing from Travemünde to Helsinki depends on various factors and often depends on the load factor, the time of travel, whether you are traveling with or without a vehicle and other points.
You can check the price here.
When do the Ferries from Travemünde to Helsinki depart?
The Finnlines-Ferries depart daily from Lübeck-Travemünde.
| Departure in Travemünde | Arrival in Helsinki | (following day) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 02:00 | Tue | 10:00 |
| Tue | 02:00 | Wed | 10:00 |
| Wed | 02:00 | Thu | 10:00 |
| Thu | 02:00 | Fri | 10:00 |
| Fri | 02:00 | Sat | 10:00 |
| Sat | 02:30 | Sun | 10:00 |
| Sun | 02:00 | Mon | 10:00 |
When do the Ferries from Helsinki to Travemünde depart?
The Finnlines-Ferries depart daily from Helsinki-Vuosaari. Here you can see the timetable:
| Departure in Helsinki | Arrival in Travemünde | (following day) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 15:00 | Tue | 21:00 |
| Tue | 15:00 | Wed | 21:00 |
| Wed | 15:00 | Thu | 21:00 |
| Thu | 15:00 | Fri | 21:00 |
| Fri | 15:00 | Sat | 21:00 |
| Sat | 15:00 | Sun | 21:00 |
| Sun | 15:00 | Mon | 21:00 |
How often does Ferry travel from Travemünde to Helsinki in Finland?
How long does the ferry crossing from Travemünde to Helsinki take?
What is the latest time I have to check in on Ferry Travemünde - Helsinki?
You must check in at the port of Lübeck-Travemünde or Helsinki-Vuosaari at least 2 hours before departure. However, you should plan a little more time for check-in.
What happens if I am not at the port in time?
That can happen, of course. However, the Finnlines-Ferry will not wait for you, as the timetable must be adhered to. If you have purchased a flexible ticket, you can cancel your trip in advance or rebook it for the next departure.
However, if you have a ferry ticket for a specific departure, you will have to buy a new ticket at the port and wait for the next available Ferry.
We therefore recommend that you always book flexible tickets. This makes your journey less stressful.
Can I take my dog/pet with me on the Ferry to Helsinki?
Yes, that’s not a problem. Pets must be declared at the time of booking and a pet cabin must be booked. However, the number of pet cabins is limited. It is therefore advisable to book in good time. In addition, a maximum of two pets are allowed per cabin.
Can I book the Ferry from Travemünde to Helsinki without a car as a pedestrian or cyclist?
Yes, of course. You can also use this ferry connection as a pedestrian or cyclist without a car or camper flat rate.
Where does the Ferry from Travemünde to Helsinki dock?
The Finnlines-Ferries dock in and depart from Vuosaari, a district of Helsinki located about 16 kilometers east of Helsinki city center. Here is the address:
| Address Finnlines ferry port Helsinki-Vuosaari | |
|---|---|
| Street: | Provianttikatu 5 (Navi: Seilorinkatu 5) |
| Zip code & city: | 00980 Helsinki |
| Country: | Finland |
| GPS coordinates: | 60.220691, 25.184967 |
Can I charge my electric car on board Ferry?
No, it is not possible to charge electric vehicles on board Finnlines ships on this route.
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