Ferries from Stockholm to Helsinki
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The sea crossing between Stockholm and Helsinki is operated by well known ferry operators such asTallink Silja Line and Viking Line which together provide 29 weekly sailings with travel times ranging between 16 hours and 21 hours. mainly afternoon departure times for these crossings. Ships that operate this crossing allow both vehicles and foot passengers. In order to provide optimum passenger comfort, each ship is equipped with food shops, an information centre and accommodation suitable for all needs (according to availability).
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| Route: STOCKHOLM - HELSINKI |
| Average Weekly Sailings: 7 weekly sailings |
| Sailing Days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday |
| No. of Operators: 2 |
| Operators: TALLINK SILJA LINE, VIKING LINE |
| First Ferry: 14:00 |
| Last Ferry: 16:45 |
| Average trip duration: 16 h 58 min |
| Distance: 392.4 Km |
Tallink Silja Lines has special discounts for infants (0-5) children (6-11) and teenagers (12-17). The discount is applied automatically on our online booking system.
Pets can travel in a carrier, pet kennel, or a pet-friendly cabin. Animals weighing over 8 kg (up to 20 kg on some ships) must use a kennel or a pet-friendly cabin. Those weighing under 8 kg can travel in a pet bag, but they are not allowed in certain areas such as children’s zones, restaurants, bars, and lounges.
Pets must be kept on a leash, and a muzzle is recommended in public areas. Dangerous animals are not permitted. The pet owner is responsible for the health and well-being of the animal and for any damage caused on board.
If your pet stays in the vehicle during the crossing, no additional ticket is required, but you must inform the staff at check-in. You can book in advance to ensure the availability of pet-friendly cabins, which also provide water bowls and space for up to 3 larger pets. During the trip, it’s not recommended to leave pets alone for long periods.
Children from 0 to 5 years of age travel free but will not be designated an individual seat or accommodation.
100% discount
Children between the ages of 6 and 11 are eligible for a 50% discount, including fees.
50% discount
All passengers between the ages of 12 and 17 receive a discounted ticket.
Pets are welcome on all regular Viking Line voyages, though they must not disturb other passengers or crew. Key rules include:
On the Helsinki–Tallinn route from October to April, pets can travel free in a car if noted during booking. However, the car deck is off-limits during the voyage, and feeding or visiting pets there is not allowed. Extreme weather conditions may also restrict pets from traveling on the car deck.
Stockholm has several ports but Baltic Sea passenger ferries use two terminals: Värtahamnen and Stadsgården. The Tallink Silja Line ferries depart from Värtahamnen terminal to the northeast of the centre and Viking Line ferries sail from Stadsgården, located on Södermalm island near Slussen. Both terminals have refreshments, toilets, baby change, luggage lockers, ATMs and parking available. Getting to and from the ferry terminal Stockholm ferry terminals are easily reached on public transport: buses and the metro are the cheapest while the boat bus and hop-on-h... [More information]
Address: Värtahamnen: Hamnpirsvägen 10, 11574 Stockholm Stadsgården: Tegelvikshamn, SE-11630 Stockholm
Directions: Google Map @ Stockholm, port
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The duration of the crossing from STOCKHOLM to HELSINKI is usually 18 hours 30 minutes with TALLINK SILJA LINE and 21 hours with VIKING LINE. Travel times may vary depending on the date and time of departure.
The ferry operator TALLINK SILJA LINE carries out 15 weekly itineraries and VIKING LINE carries out 14 weekly itineraries. The number of crossings may vary depending on the time of year.
The price of the ticket from STOCKHOLM to HELSINKI varies according to the date and time of departure and the offers available at the time of booking. Our website always gives you the best available price. Book now and save.
The companies on this route have ships that can accommodate cars, motorcycles, campers and trucks.
If you are looking for information on your return journey, click this link Ferries from HELSINKI to STOCKHOLM .