The cheapest and fastest ferries from Gothenburg to Kiel
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
14 h 30 m
Average duration
14 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
393 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Gothenburg to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Kiel will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £68.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Gothenburg for Kiel every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 28 Nov the direct ferries cover the 393 km distance in an average of 14 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 14 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 14 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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Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £39, and a flight costs an average of £99.
Distance: 212 nautical miles (393 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£63 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price | £199 Average Price |
15h 50m Average total duration 14h 50m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 10h 52m Average total duration 10h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Gothenburg to Kiel Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 18:45 | Arrival Time 09:15 | Duration 14h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 17:45 | Arrival Time 09:15 | Duration 15h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
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Gothenburg to Kiel ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Kiel ferries for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Stena Line | 17:45 Gothenburg (Emigrantvagen) | 14h30 | 08:15 Port of Kiel (Schwedenkai) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Gothenburg to Kiel
Ferries from Gothenburg to Kiel run on average 1 times per day, taking around 14h 50m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 17:45, the last at 18:45. The fastest ferry covers the 212 nautical miles (393 km) distance in 14h 30m. There are 7 sailings per week. Ferries from Gothenburg to Kiel are available to foot passengers.

Distance 212 nautical miles (393 km) |
Average sailing duration 14h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 7 |
Fastest ferry 14h 30m |
First ferry 17:45 |
Last ferry 18:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Gothenburg to KielYou can travel by ferry between Gothenburg to Kiel with Stena Line for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Gothenburg to Kiel ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Kiel 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 Kiel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Gothenburg (Elof Lindälvs Gata), which is located around 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Kiel (Schwedenkai), located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gothenburg and Kiel
- 08:00-18:00
- Sat-Sun: 09:00-17:00
- Free WiFi
- Restaurang Sjömagasinet (0.6km)
- Restaurang Kungstorget (0.9km)
- Restaurang Gabriel (0.8km)
- Main companies are Taxi Göteborg and Minitaxi.
- Free
- Bus 50, Stop: Lindholmen
- 06:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant Pier 16 (0.2km)
- Vapiano Kiel (0.3km)
- Ratskeller Kiel (0.8km)
- Main companies are Kieler Taxi and Taxi Kiel.
- Free
- Bus Line 41/42, Schwedenkai Stop
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