The cheapest and fastest ferries from Malmö to Lübeck
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€52
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 25 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Malmö to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Lübeck will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Malmö for Lübeck on Fri, Feb 13, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 13 the direct ferries cover the 244 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h .
On Fri, Feb 13 the slowest ferries will take 7 h 15 m 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and ferry for Malmö to Lübeck
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €75.
Distance: 131 nautical miles (244 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€57 Average price | €75 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
9h 27m Average total duration 8h 27m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration Fastest 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Malmö to Lübeck Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Malmö to Lübeck ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Lübeck ferries for today, Thursday, February 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Finnlines | 9:00 AM Malmö Port | 9h15 | 6:15 PM Travemünde | 0 transfersDirect | |
Finnlines | 9:00 PM Malmö Port | 9h15 | 6:15 AM Travemünde | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Malmö to Lübeck by bus, train, or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Malmö to Lübeck
Ferries from Malmö to Lübeck run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 27m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
There are 8 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 131 nautical miles (244 km) distance in 6h 0m. There are 52 sailings per week. Ferries from Malmö to Lübeck are available to foot passengers.



Distance 131 nautical miles (244 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Ferries per day 8 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 52 |
Fastest ferry 6h 0m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: FINNLINES, TT-Line , Stena Line from Malmö to LübeckYou can travel by ferry between Malmö to Lübeck with FINNLINES, TT-Line , Stena Line for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
FINNLINES
TT-Line
Stena Line
FAQs: Ferry from Malmö to Lübeck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malmö to Lübeck by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lübeck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Malmö to Lübeck
- 08:00-18:00
- Saturday: 09:00-14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Saltimporten Canteen (0.4km)
- Restaurang KP (0.7km)
- Restaurang Sture (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Skåne and Taxi Malmö.
- Free
- Bus Line 3, Stop: Malmö Centralstation



