The cheapest and fastest ferries from Malmö to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h
Ferries per day
3
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Malmö to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Hamburg will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £64.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Malmö for Hamburg every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 19 Jun the direct ferries cover the 297 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 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.
Finnlines16:008h45Malmö Port0:45Travemünde (Skandinavienkai)£641One-way0 changes
Finnlines10:009h15Malmö Port19:15Travemünde (Skandinavienkai)£641One-way0 changes
Finnlines22:009h00Malmö Port7:00Travemünde (Skandinavienkai)£1711One-way0 changes
Finnlines16:008h45Malmö Port0:45Travemünde (Skandinavienkai)£641One-way0 changes
Finnlines22:009h00Malmö Port7:00Travemünde (Skandinavienkai)£1711One-way0 changes
Finnlines10:009h15Malmö Port19:15Travemünde (Skandinavienkai)£641One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Malmö to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a ferry costs an average of £24.
Distance: 160 nautical miles (297 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£72 Average Price | £47 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 11m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration Fastest 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg 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.
Malmö to Hamburg Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 19:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 05:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 22:45 | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 23:00 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 08:30 | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 00:45 | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 18:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Malmö to Hamburg ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Hamburg ferries for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:00 Malmö | 9h15 | 5:15 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:00 Malmö | 9h15 | 6:15 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
Finnlines | 10:00 Malmö Port | 9h15 | 19:15 Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 0 changesdirect | |
Finnlines | 16:00 Malmö Port | 8h45 | 0:45 Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs FINNLINES?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FINNLINES, but also compare tickets for the likes of TT-Line to find the best option for your trip from Malmö to Hamburg.
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Why book with Omio over Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of TT-Line to find the best option for your trip from Malmö to Hamburg.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Malmö to Hamburg.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Malmö to Hamburg
Ferries from Malmö to Hamburg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 11m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 160 nautical miles (297 km) distance in 8h 30m. There are 24 sailings per week. Ferries from Malmö to Hamburg are available to foot passengers.


Distance 160 nautical miles (297 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 24 |
Fastest ferry 8h 30m |
First ferry 1:00 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Ferry operators: FINNLINES, TT-Line from Malmö to HamburgYou can travel by ferry between Malmö to Hamburg with FINNLINES, TT-Line for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
FINNLINES
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FAQs: Malmö to Hamburg ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malmö to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Malmö and Hamburg
- 08:00-18:00
- Saturday: 09:00-14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Saltimporten Canteen (0.4km)
- Restaurang KP (0.7km)
- Restaurang Sture (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Skåne and Taxi Malmö
- Free
- Bus Line 3, Stop: Malmö Centralstation
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