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Compare coach, ferry and flight for Helsinki to Stockholm
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £43 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £43, while a flight costs an average of £337.
Distance: 396 km
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£43 Average Price Cheapest | £337 Average Price |
18h 53m Average total duration 17h 53m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Helsinki to Stockholm is a ferry with an average price of £43.
This is compared to other travel options from Helsinki to Stockholm:
A ferry is £294 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Helsinki to Stockholm costing on average £337.
The fastest way to travel from Helsinki to Stockholm is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 52m.
Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:
Ferry takes on average 18h 53m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Helsinki and Stockholm including taking a coach, ferry and flight.
Travel optionsfrom Helsinki to Stockholm
How to get to Stockholm from Helsinki by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Helsinki to Stockholm is by taking a ferry because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- Viking Line17:0018h10Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal)10:10Stockholm Stadsgården£441One-way0 changes
Cheapest
- Viking Line17:0018h10Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal)10:10Stockholm Stadsgården£441One-way0 changes
Fastest
AY81920:300h55Helsinki Vantaa Airport20:25Stockholm Arlanda Airport£1061One-way0 changes
Other options
Flight
Ferry
- AY8016:451h00Helsinki Vantaa Airport6:45Stockholm Arlanda Airport£931One-way0 changes
- AY80912:301h00Helsinki Vantaa Airport12:30Stockholm Arlanda Airport£941One-way0 changes
D826027:051h00Helsinki Vantaa Airport7:05Stockholm Arlanda Airport£1001One-way0 changes
Tallink Silja16:4518h15Olympia Terminal10:00Stockholm Värtahamnen£1041One-way0 changes
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Best day trips from Stockholm by ferry
The most popular day trips by ferry from Stockholm are Vaxholm, Uppsala, Gustavsberg, Södertälje and Nyköping. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Stockholm on Omio.
Day trip from Stockholm to Uppsala by ferry
Why visit Uppsala for the day?
Uppsala is a historic university city known for its cathedral and long academic traditions. Student life, the River Fyris and nearby Viking heritage give it a thoughtful, relaxed character.
Day trip from Stockholm to Gustavsberg by ferry
Day trip from Stockholm to Södertälje by ferry
Why visit Södertälje for the day?
Södertälje is a waterside city south of Stockholm known for the Södertälje Canal, Scania and a strong Assyrian/Syriac presence. Its compact centre and industrial heritage are balanced by marinas, parks and access to Lake Mälaren.
Day trip from Stockholm to Nyköping by ferry
Why visit Nyköping for the day?
Nyköping is a coastal town in Södermanland known for Nyköpingshus and its lively harbour. Historic streets, waterside walks and green spaces give it a calm, maritime feel.
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FAQs: Helsinki to Stockholm
Travel to Stockholm easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Helsinki to Stockholm.
There are 3 options to travel between Helsinki and Stockholm including taking a coach, ferry and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Helsinki to Stockholm is a ferry with an average price of £43.
This is compared to other travel options from Helsinki to Stockholm:
A ferry is £294 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Helsinki to Stockholm costing on average £337.
The fastest way to travel from Helsinki to Stockholm is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 52m.
Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:
Ferry takes on average 18h 53m.
The Helsinki to Stockholm distance is approximately 396 km.
The average frequency per day from Helsinki to Stockholm is:
- Around 36 flights per day.
- Around 2 ferries per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Helsinki and Stockholm as scheduled services by coach, ferry and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Helsinki to Stockholm:
- Flights mostly depart from Helsinki Vantaa Airport and arrive in Stockholm Arlanda Airport.
- Ferries mostly depart from Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) and arrive in Stockholm Stadsgården.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Helsinki to Stockholm, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Norwegian Air Shuttle, Finnair, Sas Airways, braathens regional aviation, Qatar Airways to go to Stockholm by flight.
- Travel with VIKING LINE, TALLINK, Tallink Silja to go to Stockholm by ferry.
Yes, there are direct services available from Helsinki to Stockholm with the following travel companies:
- 12 direct flights per day with Norwegian Air Shuttle, Finnair, Sas Airways, braathens regional aviation.
- 2 direct ferries per day with VIKING LINE, TALLINK, Tallink Silja.
Omio customers who travel from Helsinki to Stockholm often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, London, Oslo, Gothenburg, Malmö. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Stockholm and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Helsinki to Stockholm, you can choose from several travel options including coach, ferry and flight.
In Stockholm, you can enjoy Fotografiska, a contemporary photography museum with a rooftop café, explore the vibrant district of Södermalm, and take a boat tour through the stunning Stockholm Archipelago. Visit the Royal National City Park for outdoor activities or indulge in a traditional Swedish fika at a local café. Don't miss the historic Gamla Stan, the impressive Vasa Museum, Skansen open-air museum and zoo, the opulent Stockholm Palace, and the interactive ABBA The Museum.
A stay of three to four days in Stockholm is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the Vasa Museum, the Royal Palace, and the historic Gamla Stan, while also allowing time for leisurely strolls and enjoying local cuisine.
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