The cheapest and fastest ferries from Västerås to Helsinki
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
16 h 40 m
Average duration
16 h 43 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
471 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Västerås to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Västerås to Helsinki will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £6.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Västerås 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 Thu 26 Mar the direct ferries cover the 471 km distance in an average of 16 h 43 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 16 h 40 m .
The slowest ferries will take 16 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, flight and ferry for Västerås to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Västerås to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £4, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 254 nautical miles (471 km)
Compare ferry with
| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price |
17h 45m Average total duration 16h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Västerås to Helsinki Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Tallink Silja | Departure Time 16:45 | Arrival Time 10:30 | Duration 16h45 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 10:10 | Duration 16h40 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Västerås to Helsinki ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Västerås to Helsinki ferries for today, Wednesday 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Viking Line | 15:30 Stockholm Stadsgården | 16h40 | 08:10 Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
Tallink Silja | 15:45 Stockholm Värtahamnen | 16h45 | 08:30 Olympia Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Västerås to Helsinki by train, flight or ferry
Compare train, flight and ferry prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
26 Mar
27 Mar
28 Mar
29 Mar
30 Mar
31 Mar
01 Apr
Why should you book Västerås to Helsinki ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs TALLINK?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare TALLINK with all available travel options, which are train, flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Västerås to Helsinki.
Why book with Omio over Rome2rio or Directferries?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Västerås to Helsinki.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Västerås to Helsinki
Ferries from Västerås to Helsinki run on average 2 times per day, taking around 16h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 16:00, the last at 18:10. The fastest ferry covers the 254 nautical miles (471 km) distance in 16h 40m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Västerås to Helsinki are available to foot passengers.

Distance 254 nautical miles (471 km) |
Average sailing duration 16h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 16h 40m |
First ferry 16:00 |
Last ferry 18:10 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: TALLINK from Västerås to HelsinkiYou can travel by ferry between Västerås to Helsinki with TALLINK for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
TALLINK
FAQs: Västerås to Helsinki ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Västerås 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 Västerås and Helsinki
- 06:00-22:00
- Sat-Sun: 07:00-22:00
- Free WiFi
- Cafe Ursula (0.5km)
- Ravintola Nokka (0.8km)
- Restaurant Saaristo (0.9km)
- Main companies are Lähitaksi and Taksi Helsinki.
- Free
- Tram Line 2, Olympiaterminaali stop
- 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


