The cheapest and fastest ferries from Malmö to Lübeck
Cheapest price
£142
Average price
£142
Fastest journey
9 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 45 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Malmö to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Lübeck will cost around £142 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £142.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Malmö for Lübeck every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 28 Dec the direct ferries cover the 244 km distance in an average of 9 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 h 45 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.
Finnlines
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Compare train, coach and ferry for Malmö to Lübeck
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 5h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £70.
Distance: 131 nautical miles (244 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price | £70 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 16m Average total duration 8h 16m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration Fastest 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg 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 Lübeck Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 07:45 | Duration 9h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Malmö to Lübeck ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Lübeck ferries for today, Saturday 27 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Finnlines | 21:00 Malmö Port | 9h45 | 06:45 Travemünde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 28 December | |||||
![]() | 09:00 Malmö | 6h15 | 15:15 Lübeck | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:00 Malmö | 6h30 | 17:30 Lübeck | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Malmö to Lübeck
Ferries from Malmö to Lübeck run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 16m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £20 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 131 nautical miles (244 km) distance in 6h 0m. There are 61 sailings per week. Ferries from Malmö to Lübeck are available to foot passengers.



Distance 131 nautical miles (244 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Ferries per day 9 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 61 |
Fastest ferry 6h 0m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: FINNLINES, TT-Line , Stena Line from Malmö to LübeckYou can travel by ferry between Malmö to Lübeck with FINNLINES, TT-Line , Stena Line for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
FINNLINES
TT-Line
Stena Line
FAQs: Malmö to Lübeck ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malmö 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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Important Stations and Airports in Malmö and Lübeck
- 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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