The cheapest and fastest ferries from Lübeck to Helsinki
Cheapest price
£343
Average price
£343
Fastest journey
1 d 7 h
Average duration
1 d 7 h
Ferries per day
1
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 £343 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £343.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Lübeck for Helsinki every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 03 Dec the direct ferries cover the 1107 km distance in an average of 1 d 7 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 d 7 h .
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.
Finnlines
FinnlinesTravel 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 £84. 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 £84, and a ferry costs an average of £177.
Distance: 597 nautical miles (1107 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£281 Average Price | £213 Average Price | £130 Average Price Cheapest |
31h 59m Average total duration 30h 59m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 9m Average total duration 30h 39m 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 02:00 | Arrival Time 10:00 | Duration 31h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 02:30 | Arrival Time 10:00 | 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, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Finnlines | 01:00 Travemünde | 31h00 | 08:00 Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Lübeck to Helsinki
Ferries from Lübeck to Helsinki run on average 1 times per day, taking around 30h 59m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £177 but you can travel from only £84 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 29h 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 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £177 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 7 |
Fastest ferry 29h 0m |
First ferry 02:00 |
Last ferry 18:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: FINNLINES from Lübeck to HelsinkiYou can travel by ferry between Lübeck to Helsinki with FINNLINES for as low as £84. 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
- 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Sat-Sun: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Free WiFi
- Ravintola Nokka (0.8km)
- Restaurant Blue Peter (0.9km)
- Ravintola Rantapuisto (1km)
- Main companies are Lähitaksi and Taksi Helsinki.
- Free
- Bus 90, Vuosaari Metro Station
- 06:00-22:00
- Sat-Sun: 07:00-22:00
- Free WiFi
- Johan & Nyström (0.3km)
- Ravintola Nokka (0.4km)
- Holiday Bar (0.6km)
- Main companies are Lähitaksi and Taksi Helsinki.
- Free
- Tram Line 4, Katajanokan Terminal stop
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