The cheapest and fastest ferries from Mariehamn to Helsinki
Cheapest price
£259
Average price
£401
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h 28 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Mariehamn to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mariehamn to Helsinki will cost around £401 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £259.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Mariehamn for Helsinki every day 2 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 277 km distance in an average of 10 h 28 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 10 h 20 m .
The slowest ferries will take 10 h 35 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.
Viking Line22:5510h20Port of Mariehamn9:15Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal)£2591One-way0 changes
Tallink Silja23:5510h35Port of Mariehamn10:30Olympia Terminal£5431One-way0 changes
Viking Line22:5510h20Port of Mariehamn9:15Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal)£2591One-way0 changes
Tallink Silja23:5510h35Port of Mariehamn10:30Olympia Terminal£5431One-way0 changes
Mariehamn to Helsinki Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 20:05 | Arrival Time 07:10 | Duration 11h05 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 22:55 | Arrival Time 09:15 | Duration 10h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Tallink Silja | Departure Time 23:55 | Arrival Time 10:30 | Duration 10h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator TALLINK | Departure Time 20:55 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 10h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator TALLINK | Departure Time 21:55 | Arrival Time 08:30 | Duration 10h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 20:25 | Arrival Time 07:10 | Duration 10h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 21:25 | Arrival Time 08:10 | Duration 10h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Live departures
Mariehamn to Helsinki ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Mariehamn to Helsinki ferries for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tallink Silja | 23:55 Port of Mariehamn | 10h35 | 10:30 Olympia Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Mariehamn to Helsinki
Ferries from Mariehamn to Helsinki run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 38m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 149 nautical miles (277 km) distance in 10h 35m. There are 11 sailings per week. Ferries from Mariehamn to Helsinki are available to foot passengers.


Distance 149 nautical miles (277 km) |
Average sailing duration 10h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 11 |
Fastest ferry 10h 35m |
First ferry 1:35 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Ferry operators: VIKING LINE, TALLINK from Mariehamn to HelsinkiYou can travel by ferry between Mariehamn to Helsinki with VIKING LINE, TALLINK for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Mariehamn to Helsinki ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mariehamn 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 Mariehamn and Helsinki
Most Mariehamn to Helsinki ferries use the Port of Mariehamn to Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal) port pair, with some services arriving at Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal). Use this guide to compare Mariehamn and Helsinki ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Helsinki port do ferries from Mariehamn arrive at?
Getting to Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal) from Helsinki city centre
Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal) is 1 km from Helsinki city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal) port facilities and services
Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafe Ursula (0.5km), Ravintola Nokka (0.8km), Restaurant Saaristo (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Helsinki (Olympia Terminal): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Helsinki (Olympia 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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