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Holstentor-Museum
Museum inside Lübeck’s famous gate, presenting the city’s history, trade and fortifications in a compact, central setting.
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Copenhagen to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Lübeck will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £24.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 8 ferries from Copenhagen to Lübeck, including 8 direct services.
On Mon 02 Nov the direct ferries cover the 234 km distance in an average of 6 h 24 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 7 h 30 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.
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Ferries from Copenhagen to Lübeck run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 54m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 9 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 126 nautical miles (234 km) distance in 5h 15m. There are 29 sailings per week. Ferries from Copenhagen to Lübeck are available to foot passengers.




Distance 126 nautical miles (234 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Ferries per day 9 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 29 |
Fastest ferry 5h 15m |
First ferry 1:00 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Copenhagen to Lübeck.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival time | Duration | Sailing Days |
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Operator TT Line | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival time 22:00 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days wed |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival time 21:00 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days fri |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival time 21:30 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival time 08:30 | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 14:45 | Arrival time 21:00 | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days mon, thu |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival time 19:30 | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days sun |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival time 20:15 | Duration 10h15 | Sailing Days sat |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 07:30 | Arrival time 13:15 | Duration 5h45 | Sailing Days mon, tue, wed, thu, fri, sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 06:30 | Arrival time 14:00 | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days wed |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 09:25 | Arrival time 15:15 | Duration 5h50 | Sailing Days tue, wed, thu, fri |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 23:55 | Arrival time 08:00 | Duration 8h05 | Sailing Days mon, tue, wed, thu |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 22:55 | Arrival time 06:10 | Duration 7h15 | Sailing Days fri |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival time 07:00 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days tue, wed, thu, fri |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival time 05:45 | Duration 6h45 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival time 21:00 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days tue |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival time 19:30 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days sun |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival time 07:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days mon, tue, wed, thu, fri, sun |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival time 19:30 | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days tue, wed, thu, fri |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 15:15 | Arrival time 21:00 | Duration 5h45 | Sailing Days mon, tue, wed, thu, fri, sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival time 06:00 | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days mon |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival time 19:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days tue, wed, thu, fri, sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 09:55 | Arrival time 15:45 | Duration 5h50 | Sailing Days sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival time 07:30 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days fri, sat, sun |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival time 23:00 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival time 00:45 | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days mon, tue, wed, thu, fri, sun |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 23:45 | Arrival time 07:30 | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days fri, sun |
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Lübeck ferries for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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TT Line | 12:00 Port of Trelleborg | 7h30 | 19:30 Rostock Port | 0 changesdirect | |
Stena Line | 13:30 Port of Trelleborg | 6h00 | 19:30 Rostock Port | 0 changesdirect | |
Finnlines | 16:00 Malmö Port | 9h15 | 1:15 Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 0 changesdirect | |
Finnlines | 22:00 Malmö Port | 9h15 | 7:15 Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 0 changesdirect | |
TT Line | 23:00 Port of Trelleborg | 8h30 | 7:30 Rostock Port | 0 changesdirect | |
Stena Line | 23:00 Port of Trelleborg | 6h45 | 5:45 Rostock Port | 0 changesdirect | |
TT Line | 23:45 Port of Trelleborg | 8h45 | 8:30 Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of Lübeck — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lübeck trip today.
Museum inside Lübeck’s famous gate, presenting the city’s history, trade and fortifications in a compact, central setting.
Extensive museum on the Hanseatic world in a restored monastery and new galleries, with immersive displays and harbour trade history.
Museum in the former Burgkloster with medieval art, sculpture and altarpieces, suited to visitors interested in sacred and civic history.
Main market square framed by the town hall and church, lively for sightseeing, seasonal events and short walks into the old town lanes.
Broad old town street lined with merchants’ houses, shops and courtyards, ideal for absorbing Lübeck’s urban character on foot.
Waterside promenade around the old town island, popular for relaxed walks, canal views and seeing church towers from changing angles.
Marzipan from Lübeck, made with a high almond content, is the city’s signature sweet and a protected regional speciality with a long Hanseatic tradition.
Labskaus is a northern sailors’ dish of corned beef, potatoes and beetroot, often served with herring and egg; it reflects Lübeck’s maritime heritage.
Pannfisch is pan-fried fish, usually with mustard sauce and potatoes. It is a classic north German harbour dish popular in and around Lübeck.
Refined seafood-focused restaurant with modern north German cooking and a calm, polished setting near the old town.
Well-known waterside fish restaurant serving fresh fish dishes and maritime classics in a relaxed, casual harbour-style atmosphere.
Historic marzipan café and restaurant known for Lübeck specialities, cakes and confectionery in an elegant traditional setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and cafés are fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen 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.

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