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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Helsinki to Tallinn

Showing times and prices for May 14

Cheapest price

€11

Average price

€34

Fastest journey

2 h

Average duration

2 h

Ferries per day

Distance

82 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Helsinki to Tallinn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Helsinki to Tallinn will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.

Fast ferries

Of the 13 ferries that leave Helsinki for Tallinn on Wed, May 14, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, May 14 the direct ferries cover the 82 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h .

On Wed, May 14 the slowest ferries will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

VICTORIA

06:35PM13h25

West Terminal 2

08:00AMPort of Tallinn (Terminal D)

€111One-way

0 transfers

VIKING XPRS

10:30AM2h30

Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal)

01:00PMTallinn Port (Terminal A)

€191One-way

0 transfers

VIKING XPRS

08:30PM2h30

Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal)

11:00PMTallinn Port (Terminal A)

€191One-way

0 transfers

M/S FINLANDIA

09:40PM2h30

West Terminal 2

12:10AMTallinn Port (Terminal A)

€221One-way

0 transfers

M/S FINLANDIA

03:15PM2h15

West Terminal 2

05:30PMTallinn Port (Terminal A)

€251One-way

0 transfers

Helsinki to Tallinn Ferry Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
Operator Viking Line	Departure Time 08:30PM	Arrival Time 11:00PM	Duration 2h30	Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat
Operator Viking Line	Departure Time 07:45AM	Arrival Time 10:00AM	Duration 2h15	Sailing Days Fri
Operator Eckero Line	Departure Time 09:00AM	Arrival Time 11:15AM	Duration 2h15	Sailing Days Everyday
Operator Tallink Silja Line	Departure Time 10:30PM	Arrival Time 12:30AM	Duration 2h00	Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Operator Viking Line	Departure Time 10:30AM	Arrival Time 01:00PM	Duration 2h30	Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Operator Eckero Line	Departure Time 03:15PM	Arrival Time 05:30PM	Duration 2h15	Sailing Days Everyday
Operator Tallink Silja Line	Departure Time 07:30AM	Arrival Time 09:30AM	Duration 2h00	Sailing Days Everyday
Operator Viking Line	Departure Time 09:00PM	Arrival Time 11:30PM	Duration 2h30	Sailing Days Fri
Operator Tallink Silja Line	Departure Time 06:35PM	Arrival Time 08:00AM	Duration 13h25	Sailing Days Everyday
Operator Viking Line	Departure Time 02:15PM	Arrival Time 04:45PM	Duration 2h30	Sailing Days Fri
Operator Viking Line	Departure Time 07:00PM	Arrival Time 09:30PM	Duration 2h30	Sailing Days Sun
Operator Tallink Silja Line	Departure Time 10:30AM	Arrival Time 12:30PM	Duration 2h00	Sailing Days Everyday
Operator Tallink Silja Line	Departure Time 04:30PM	Arrival Time 06:30PM	Duration 2h00	Sailing Days Everyday
Operator Tallink Silja Line	Departure Time 11:00PM	Arrival Time 01:00AM	Duration 2h00	Sailing Days Tue
Operator Tallink Silja Line	Departure Time 01:30PM	Arrival Time 03:30PM	Duration 2h00	Sailing Days Everyday
Operator Eckero Line	Departure Time 09:40PM	Arrival Time 12:10AM	Duration 2h30	Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
Operator Tallink Silja Line	Departure Time 07:30PM	Arrival Time 09:30PM	Duration 2h00	Sailing Days Everyday

Live departures

Helsinki to Tallinn ferry times

Showing ferries for today, Tuesday, May 13

Last updated at 1:04 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
MEGASTAR	4:30 AM West Terminal 2	2h00	6:30 AM Port of Tallinn (Terminal D)	0 transfersDirect
M/S FINLANDIA	6:00 AM West Terminal 2	2h15	8:15 AM Tallinn Port (Terminal A)	0 transfersDirect
VIKING XPRS	7:30 AM Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal)	2h30	10:00 AM Tallinn Port (Terminal A)	0 transfersDirect
MYSTAR	7:30 AM West Terminal 2	2h00	9:30 AM Port of Tallinn (Terminal D)	0 transfersDirect
MEGASTAR	10:30 AM West Terminal 2	2h00	12:30 PM Port of Tallinn (Terminal D)	0 transfersDirect
M/S FINLANDIA	12:15 PM West Terminal 2	2h15	2:30 PM Tallinn Port (Terminal A)	0 transfersDirect
MYSTAR	1:30 PM West Terminal 2	2h00	3:30 PM Port of Tallinn (Terminal D)	0 transfersDirect
VICTORIA	3:35 PM West Terminal 2	3h25	7:00 PM Port of Tallinn (Terminal D)	0 transfersDirect
VICTORIA	3:35 PM West Terminal 2	13h25	5:00 AM Port of Tallinn (Terminal D)	0 transfersDirect
MEGASTAR	4:30 PM West Terminal 2	2h00	6:30 PM Port of Tallinn (Terminal D)	0 transfersDirect
VIKING XPRS	5:30 PM Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal)	2h30	8:00 PM Tallinn Port (Terminal A)	0 transfersDirect
M/S FINLANDIA	6:40 PM West Terminal 2	2h30	9:10 PM Tallinn Port (Terminal A)	0 transfersDirect
MYSTAR	8:00 PM West Terminal 2	2h00	10:00 PM Port of Tallinn (Terminal D)	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book ferry tickets from Helsinki to Tallinn?

The best time to book your ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn is 2 days before departure. See how prices for ferries change on the Helsinki to Tallinn route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Helsinki to Tallinn per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn.

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from €31

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn

Finland

Estonia

Ferries from Helsinki to Tallinn run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

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Distance

44 nautical miles (82 km)

Average sailing duration

4h 34m

Cheapest ticket price

€9

Ferries per day

Direct ferries

Available

Average weekly sailings

Number of ferry operators

Fastest ferry

2h 0m

First ferry

14:30

Last ferry

20:30

Cabins

Available

Vehicles

Available

Foot passengers

Available

Price information

Ferry operators: Tallink Silja Line, Eckero Line and Viking Line Helsinki to Tallinn

Find the best ferries from Helsinki to Tallinn with Omio's travel partners Tallink Silja Line, Eckero Line and Viking Line from €9. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

Viking Line is a Finnish ferry company that operates a fleet between Finland, the Åland Islands, Sweden and Estonia. The company was founded in 1959 and currently operates seven vessels on six different routes. Viking Line's fleet of ships offer a variety of accommodation options, from standard cabins to luxury suites, as well as various onboard amenities such as restaurants, bars, shops, and entertainment. They also have a variety of services on board like sauna, spa, gym, and different kind of entertainment options. Some of the most popular routes are: Helsinki - Tallinn, Turku - Mariehamn - Stockholm, Turku - Åland Islands - Sweden.

Viking Line from Helsinki to Tallinn ferry information:

Average Duration: 2 h 30 min
Cheapest Price: €15
Viking Line frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn

FAQs: Take the ferry to Tallinn easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Helsinki to Tallinn.

Cheap ferry tickets from Helsinki to Tallinn can start from as little as €9 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Helsinki to Tallinn is €19; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Helsinki to Tallinn ferry travel time is 2 h for the 82 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn leaves at 01: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn leaves at 23: 00.

Yes, there are 11 direct ferries a day from Helsinki to Tallinn with Tallink Silja Line, Eckero Line or Viking Line. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.

Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Helsinki to Tallinn with Tallink Silja Line, Eckero Line or Viking Line

Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Helsinki to Tallinn is possible with Tallink Silja Line, Eckero Line or Viking Line.

Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Helsinki to Tallinn is possible with Tallink Silja Line, Eckero Line or Viking Line. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.

For the best Helsinki to Tallinn ferry to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Tallink Silja Line, Eckero Line or Viking Line. However, it's always good to check all possible ferry operators with services from Helsinki to Tallinn to compare what amenities they may offer.

When departing from Helsinki, you have various port options to start your route from including West Terminal 2 and Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal). When arriving in Tallinn, you can end your route in ports like Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) and Tallinn Port (Terminal A).

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from West Terminal 2, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Tallinn (Terminal D), located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Helsinki to Tallinn by ferry is August.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Tallinn from Helsinki including taking a coach or ferry.

popular ferry ports

Popular ports from Helsinki to Tallinn

Helsinki

Tallinn

The major port for departures in Helsinki is Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) for your trip from Helsinki to Tallinn.

Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) Wifi

Amenities at port

Wifi

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Ticket Office

information

Address

Katajanokanlaituri 8 (Mastokatu 1), 00160 Helsinki, Finland

Ticket Office Hours

06:00-22:00
Sat-Sun: 07:00-22:00

Distance to city center

1 km

Car connection

Route 1, Exit Katajanokka

Wifi

Free WiFi

Dining

Johan & Nyström (0.3km)
Ravintola Nokka (0.4km)
Holiday Bar (0.6km)

Taxis

Main companies are Lähitaksi and Taksi Helsinki.

Free

Public transit options for Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal)

Tram Line 4, Katajanokan Terminal stop

Port of Helsinki (West Terminal 2) Wifi

Amenities at port

Wifi

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Ticket Office

information

Address

Tyynenmerenkatu 14, 00180 Helsinki, Finland

Ticket Office Hours

06:00-22:00
Sat-Sun: 07:00-22:00

Distance to city center

2 km

Car connection

Länsiväylä (Route 51), Exit 9

Wifi

Free WiFi

Dining

Restaurant Faro Channelside Bar & Restaurant (0.3km)
Restaurant Loiste (0.6km)
Restaurant Merimakasiini (0.9km)

Taxis

Main companies are Lähitaksi and Taksi Helsinki.

Free

Public transit options for Port of Helsinki (West Terminal 2)

Tram Line 7, West Terminal stop

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