The cheapest and fastest ferries from Västerås to Helsinki
- Cheapest price on Nov 09
- €154
- Average ticket price on Nov 09
- €154
- Fastest journey on Nov 09
- 17 h 10 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 09
- 17 h 10 m
- Ferries on Nov 09
- 1
- Distance
- 471 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Västerås to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Västerås to Helsinki will cost around €154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €154.
On Mon, Nov 09, we found 1 ferries from Västerås to Helsinki, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 09 the direct ferries cover the 471 km distance in an average of 17 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 17 h 10 m .
On Mon, Nov 09 the slowest ferries will take 17 h 10 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.
Viking Line4:00 PM 17h10 Stockholm Stadsgården 10:10 AM Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) €154 1 One-way 0 transfers
Viking Line4:00 PM 17h10 Stockholm Stadsgården 10:10 AM Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) €154 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Västerås to Helsinki
Ferries from Västerås to Helsinki run on average 2 times per day, taking around 16h 47m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €67 but you can travel from only €37 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 16:00, the last at 18:10. The fastest ferry covers the 254 nautical miles (471 km) distance in 16h 15m. There are 1 sailings per week.


Distance 254 nautical miles (471 km) |
Average sailing duration 16h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €67 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 16h 15m |
First ferry 4:00 PM |
Last ferry 6:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Frequently asked questions about your Västerås to Helsinki trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Västerås to Helsinki.
Västerås to Helsinki Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Tallink Silja | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 17h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Tallink Silja | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 17h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 17h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 16h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Västerås to Helsinki ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Västerås to Helsinki ferries for today, Sunday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Viking Line | 4:00 PM Stockholm Stadsgården | 17h10 | 10:10 AM Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Tallink Silja | 4:30 PM Stockholm Värtahamnen | 17h00 | 10:30 AM Olympia Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Västerås to Helsinki ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs VIKING LINE?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for VIKING LINE, but also compare tickets for the likes of Tallink Silja to find the best option for your trip from Västerås to Helsinki.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare VIKING LINE with all available travel options, which are bus, flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Västerås to Helsinki.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Västerås to Helsinki.
Ferry operators: VIKING LINE, Tallink Silja from Västerås to HelsinkiYou can travel by ferry between Västerås to Helsinki with VIKING LINE, Tallink Silja for as low as €37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Tallink Silja
VIKING LINE
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Västerås and Helsinki
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Ferry from Västerås to Helsinki
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Västerås to Helsinki 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 Helsinki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Västerås to Helsinki
Most Västerås to Helsinki ferries use the to Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal) port pair, with some services arriving at Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal). Use this guide to compare Västerås and Helsinki ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Helsinki port do ferries from Västerås arrive at?
Getting to Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal) from Helsinki city centre
Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal) is 1 km from Helsinki city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal) port facilities and services
Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafe Ursula (0.5km), Ravintola Nokka (0.8km), Restaurant Saaristo (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal).
Getting to Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) from Helsinki city centre
Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) is 1 km from Helsinki city centre. Public transport options include:
Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) port facilities and services
Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Johan & Nyström (0.3km), Ravintola Nokka (0.4km), Holiday Bar (0.6km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal).

