The cheapest and fastest ferries from Lübeck to Helsinki
Cheapest price
£142
Average price
£314
Fastest journey
1 d 6 h 30 m
Average duration
1 d 6 h 40 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
1107 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Lübeck to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lübeck to Helsinki will cost around £314 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £142.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Lübeck for Helsinki every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 18 Jul the direct ferries cover the 1107 km distance in an average of 1 d 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 d 6 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 d 7 h 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.
1:3030h30Lübeck8:00Helsinki£1421One-way0 changes
1:0031h00Lübeck8:00Helsinki£3731One-way0 changes
0:3030h30Lübeck7:00Helsinki£4261One-way0 changes
1:3030h30Lübeck8:00Helsinki£1421One-way0 changes
0:3030h30Lübeck7:00Helsinki£4261One-way0 changes
1:0031h00Lübeck8:00Helsinki£3731One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and ferry for Lübeck to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Lübeck to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £82. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £82, and a ferry costs an average of £104.
Distance: 597 nautical miles (1107 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£351 Average Price | £185 Average Price | £116 Average Price Cheapest |
31h 58m Average total duration 30h 58m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 32h 54m Average total duration 32h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Lübeck to Helsinki Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 00:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 31h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 01:00 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 31h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 02:00 | Arrival Time 10:00 | Duration 31h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 04:00 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 28h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 01:30 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 30h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 00:30 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 30h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Lübeck to Helsinki ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Lübeck to Helsinki ferries for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 0:30 Lübeck | 30h30 | 7:00 Helsinki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:00 Lübeck | 31h00 | 8:00 Helsinki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:30 Lübeck | 30h30 | 8:00 Helsinki | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Lübeck to Helsinki by coach, flight or ferry
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Lübeck to Helsinki.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Lübeck to Helsinki
Ferries from Lübeck to Helsinki run on average 1 times per day, taking around 30h 58m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £104 but you can travel from only £82 by coach.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 02:00, the last at 18:00. The fastest ferry covers the 597 nautical miles (1107 km) distance in 28h 0m. There are 7 sailings per week. Ferries from Lübeck to Helsinki are available to foot passengers.

Distance 597 nautical miles (1107 km) |
Average sailing duration 30h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £104 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 7 |
Fastest ferry 28h 0m |
First ferry 2:00 |
Last ferry 18:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Ferry operators: FINNLINES from Lübeck to HelsinkiYou can travel by ferry between Lübeck to Helsinki with FINNLINES for as low as £82. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Lübeck to Helsinki ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lübeck 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
Important Stations and Airports in Lübeck and Helsinki
Most Lübeck to Helsinki ferries use the Travemünde (Böbs-Werft Yachthafen) to Helsinki Vuosaari (Hansa Terminal) port pair, with some services arriving at Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal). Use this guide to compare Lübeck and Helsinki ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Helsinki port do ferries from Lübeck arrive at?
Getting to Helsinki Vuosaari (Hansa Terminal) from Helsinki city centre
Helsinki Vuosaari (Hansa Terminal) is 14 km from Helsinki city centre. Public transport options include:
Helsinki Vuosaari (Hansa Terminal) port facilities and services
Helsinki Vuosaari (Hansa Terminal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ravintola Nokka (0.8km), Restaurant Blue Peter (0.9km), Ravintola Rantapuisto (1km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Helsinki Vuosaari (Hansa Terminal).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helsinki Vuosaari (Hansa Terminal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helsinki Vuosaari (Hansa 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).
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