- Must visit
Holstentor-Museum
Museum inside Lübeck’s famous gate, presenting the city’s history, trade and fortifications in a compact, central setting.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£49
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
6 h
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
6 h 19 m
Ferries on 17 Sept
11
Distance
234 km
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 £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £24.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 11 ferries from Copenhagen to Lübeck, including 11 direct services.
On Thu 17 Sept the direct ferries cover the 234 km distance in an average of 6 h 19 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h .
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.
Stena Line
Finnlines
Finnlines
Stena Line
Stena Line
Stena Line
Stena Line
TT Line
TT Line
Stena LineOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, while a flight costs an average of £177.
Distance: 126 nautical miles (234 km)
| Ferry | Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price | £177 Average Price | £80 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 19m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Lübeck:
A coach is £7 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Copenhagen to Lübeck costing on average £32.
A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Lübeck costing on average £61.
A coach is £153 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Lübeck costing on average £177.
Other travel options to Lübeck take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 39m.
Coach takes on average 5h 48m.
Ferry takes on average 7h 19m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 20:30 | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 17:15 | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 14:45 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 08:30 | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
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 13:30 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 06:30 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 21:45 | Arrival Time 04:00 | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 09:25 | Arrival Time 15:30 | Duration 6h05 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 22:55 | Arrival Time 06:10 | Duration 7h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 23:55 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 7h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 12:30 | Arrival Time 21:15 | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 12:30 | Arrival Time 21:45 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
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 20:15 | Duration 10h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 07:15 | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu |
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 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 tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Stena Line | 7:30 Port of Trelleborg | 6h00 | 13:30 Rostock Port | 0 changesdirect | |
TT Line | 9:25 Port of Trelleborg | 6h05 | 15:30 Rostock Port | 0 changesdirect | |
TT Line | 9:30 Port of Trelleborg | 10h45 | 20:15 Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 0 changesdirect | |
Finnlines | 10:00 Malmö Port | 9h15 | 19:15 Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 0 changesdirect | |
TT Line | 14:45 Port of Trelleborg | 6h15 | 21:00 Rostock Port | 0 changesdirect | |
Stena Line | 15:00 Port of Trelleborg | 6h00 | 21:00 Rostock Port | 0 changesdirect | |
Finnlines | 16:00 Malmö Port | 8h45 | 0:45 Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 0 changesdirect | |
Finnlines | 22:00 Malmö Port | 9h15 | 7:15 Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 0 changesdirect | |
TT Line | 22:30 Port of Trelleborg | 8h45 | 7:15 Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 0 changesdirect | |
Stena Line | 22:55 Port of Trelleborg | 7h15 | 6:10 Rostock Port | 0 changesdirect | |
TT Line | 23:55 Port of Trelleborg | 7h35 | 7:30 Rostock Port | 0 changesdirect | |
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Ferries from Copenhagen to Lübeck run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 19m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £17 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 6h 0m. There are 65 sailings per week. Ferries from Copenhagen to Lübeck are available to foot passengers.




Distance 126 nautical miles (234 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Ferries per day 9 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 65 |
Fastest ferry 6h 0m |
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 |
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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