- Must visit
Kumu kunstimuuseum
A major art museum in Kadriorg Park, presenting Estonian and international exhibitions in a modern building with thoughtful curation.
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 52 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Mariehamn to Tallinn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mariehamn to Tallinn will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £7.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Mariehamn for Tallinn every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 05 Aug the direct ferries cover the 280 km distance in an average of 6 h 52 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 25 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.






| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 12:25 | Arrival Time 17:50 | Duration 5h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator TALLINK | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 08:45 | Duration 9h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 11:25 | Arrival Time 16:50 | Duration 5h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator TALLINK | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 07:45 | Duration 9h45 | Sailing Days Mon |
The table below shows live departures for Mariehamn to Tallinn ferries for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:25 Mariehamn | 5h25 | 16:50 Tallinn | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:25 Mariehamn | 5h25 | 17:50 Tallinn | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:00 Mariehamn | 9h45 | 7:45 Tallinn | 0 changesdirect | |
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Ferries from Mariehamn to Tallinn run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 34m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 22:55. The fastest ferry covers the 151 nautical miles (280 km) distance in 5h 25m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Mariehamn to Tallinn are available to foot passengers.



Distance 151 nautical miles (280 km) |
Average sailing duration 12h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 5h 25m |
First ferry 1:00 |
Last ferry 22:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Tallinn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tallinn trip today.
A major art museum in Kadriorg Park, presenting Estonian and international exhibitions in a modern building with thoughtful curation.
An engaging maritime museum inside Seaplane Harbour, with historic vessels, hands-on displays and a strong family appeal.
An art museum in a baroque palace, showing foreign art from the 16th to 20th centuries. The palace setting adds to the visit.
Tallinn’s historic heart, filled with lanes, merchant houses, church spires and squares. It is the essential area for first-time visitors.
A baroque park with formal gardens, ponds and palace surroundings. It is ideal for a calm walk and pairs well with nearby museums.
The central square of the Old Town, ringed by historic buildings and seasonal markets. A convenient base for sightseeing and people-watching.
Marinated Baltic sprats served on dark rye bread, often with egg or onion. A classic Estonian snack tied to coastal fishing and everyday home cooking.
A hearty sauerkraut stew traditionally cooked with pork and often barley. It is a winter staple, especially around Christmas and festive family meals.
Mashed potatoes mixed with barley groats, usually served with fried bacon and onions. This rustic farm dish is strongly associated with southern Estonia.
Elegant Old Town restaurant serving refined Estonian cuisine in a historic merchant house. Good choice for a polished dinner with local ingredients.
Casual modern Estonian bistro in Balti Jaama Turg, known for seasonal local dishes and a relaxed market-hall setting.
Well-known medieval-style tavern in the Old Town focused on hearty historic fare, house beer and a lively rustic atmosphere.
Moderate for Northern Europe: hotels and dining cost less than Helsinki or Stockholm, while public transport and casual meals are fairly affordable for visitors.
Tipping is not obligatory. In restaurants, rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Taxi fares are usually rounded up; cafés often just keep the small change.
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Terminal D -> Viru Keskus, Tallinn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mariehamn to Tallinn 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 Tallinn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mariehamn to Tallinn ferries use the Port of Mariehamn to Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) port pair, with some services arriving at Port of Turku. Use this guide to compare Mariehamn and Tallinn ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) is 1 km from Tallinn city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food options include: Kaks Kokka (0.6km), Restoran ORE (0.8km), Restaurant Bordoo (1km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Tallinn (Terminal D).
Available at Port of Tallinn (Terminal D): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Port of Tallinn (Terminal D): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Tallinn (Terminal D).
Tallinn (Terminal A) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Kaks Kokka (0.4km), Restoran Olevi Residents (0.8km), Leib Resto ja Aed (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Tallinn (Terminal A).
Available at Tallinn (Terminal A): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tallinn (Terminal A).
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