- Must visit
Holstentor Museum
Museum inside Lübeck's famous gate, presenting the city's Hanseatic history and fortifications. Essential for context before exploring the old town.
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Lübeck will cost around DKK 745 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only DKK 240.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 4 ferries from Malmö to Lübeck, including 4 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct ferries cover the 244 km distance in an average of 9 h 31 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 5 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest ferries will take 12 h 15 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.
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Ferries from Malmö to Lübeck run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 59m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at DKK 176 but you can travel from only DKK 115 by train.
There are 4 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 9 sailings per week. Ferries from Malmö to Lübeck are available to foot passengers.



Distance 131 nautical miles (244 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price DKK 176 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 9 |
Fastest ferry 6h 0m |
First ferry 1:00 AM |
Last ferry 11:55 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Malmö to Lübeck.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
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Operator TT Line | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 12h15 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 8h05 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Sun |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 10h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Sun |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 10h45 | Sailing Days Thu |
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Lübeck ferries for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Finnlines | 10:00 PM Malmö Port | 9h15 | 7:15 AM Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
TT Line | 11:45 PM Port of Trelleborg | 8h45 | 8:30 AM Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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TT Line | 8:00 AM TT-Line Port Karlshamn | 12h15 | 8:15 PM Port of Travemünde | 0 transfersDirect | |
Finnlines | 4:00 PM Malmö Port | 8h45 | 12:45 AM Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Museum inside Lübeck's famous gate, presenting the city's Hanseatic history and fortifications. Essential for context before exploring the old town.
Outstanding museum on Hanseatic trade and Lübeck's global medieval role, housed in a former monastery. Rich exhibits make it a top cultural stop.
Celebrates Nobel Prize winner Thomas Mann and his literary family in a historic townhouse. Excellent for literature, politics, and local culture.
UNESCO-listed island old town with lanes, courtyards, churches, and merchant houses. The essential area for walking and experiencing Lübeck's character.
Historic main street lined with gabled houses, shops, and key sights. Ideal for an introductory stroll through the heart of the city.
Elegant square in front of the town hall and St. Mary's Church. A central meeting point with impressive Gothic architecture all around.
Sweet almond marzipan from Lübeck, protected by PGI status and famed for its high almond content. The city's best-known traditional specialty.
Marzipan-coated pastry or cake, common in Lübeck cafés and bakeries. It reflects the city's long confectionery tradition.
Pan-fried Baltic herring, often served with potatoes or onion sauce. A classic North German fish dish tied to Lübeck's Hanseatic port history.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for modern tasting menus and polished service in Lübeck's old town.
Historic tavern serving North German classics and local fish in a traditional Hanseatic setting near the old town center.
Historic café and confectionery famous for Lübeck marzipan, cakes, and coffee. A classic stop for the city's signature sweet.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, public transit is reasonable, and old-town tourist areas cost a bit more.
Service is usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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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.

Most Malmö to Lübeck ferries use the Malmö Port to port pair. Use this guide to compare Malmö and Lübeck ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Malmö Port has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malmö Port: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Malmö is 2 km from Malmö city centre. Public transport options include:
Malmö has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Saltimporten Canteen (0.4km), Restaurang KP (0.7km), Restaurang Sture (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Malmö.
Available at Malmö: Parking, Taxis, WC.
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