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Moderna Museet Malmö
Branch of Sweden’s national museum of modern and contemporary art, known for major temporary exhibitions in a striking former power station.
Cheapest price
$145
Average price
$221
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 5 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Rostock to Malmö is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rostock to Malmö will cost around $221 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $145.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Rostock for Malmö on Thu, Jun 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 11 the direct ferries cover the 177 km distance in an average of 9 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
On Thu, Jun 11 the slowest ferries will take 9 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.
Finnlines
Finnlines
Finnlines
Finnlines
Finnlines
FinnlinesOmio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Rostock to Malmö among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $80.
Distance: 95 nautical miles (177 km)
Most popular Ferry | Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $89 Average price | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 17m Average total duration 7h 17m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration Fastest 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rostock to Malmö:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Rostock to Malmö costing on average $43 (€35).
A bus is $58 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rostock to Malmö costing on average $89 (€73).
Other travel options to Malmö take longer:
Ferry takes on average 7h 17m.
Train takes on average 7h 40m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 7h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 8h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 7h40 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 6h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 7h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
The table below shows live departures for Rostock to Malmö ferries for today, Wednesday, June 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Stena Line | 7:30 AM Rostock Port | 6h00 | 1:30 PM Port of Trelleborg | 0 transfersDirect | |
TT Line | 7:45 AM Rostock Port | 6h00 | 1:45 PM Port of Trelleborg | 0 transfersDirect | |
Finnlines | 10:00 AM Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 9h15 | 7:15 PM Malmö Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
TT Line | 2:00 PM Rostock Port | 5h30 | 7:30 PM Port of Trelleborg | 0 transfersDirect | |
Stena Line | 3:10 PM Rostock Port | 6h00 | 9:10 PM Port of Trelleborg | 0 transfersDirect | |
Finnlines | 9:45 PM Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 9h30 | 7:15 AM Malmö Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
Stena Line | 10:30 PM Rostock Port | 7h10 | 5:40 AM Port of Trelleborg | 0 transfersDirect | |
TT Line | 11:45 PM Rostock Port | 7h45 | 7:30 AM Port of Trelleborg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, June 11 | |||||
Finnlines | 3:00 AM Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 8h45 | 11:45 AM Malmö Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Rostock to Malmö run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 17m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 8 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 95 nautical miles (177 km) distance in 5h 30m. There are 57 sailings per week. Ferries from Rostock to Malmö are available to foot passengers.




Distance 95 nautical miles (177 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Ferries per day 8 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 57 |
Fastest ferry 5h 30m |
First ferry 1:00 AM |
Last ferry 11:55 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Malmö — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Malmö trip today.
Branch of Sweden’s national museum of modern and contemporary art, known for major temporary exhibitions in a striking former power station.
City museum complex covering natural history, technology, maritime heritage and local history, mainly inside Malmö Castle and nearby buildings.
Major contemporary art hall famous for its vast naturally lit exhibition space and ambitious international shows. A local favorite for modern art.
Charming old quarter with cobbled lanes, colorful low-rise houses and a quieter, more local atmosphere than the busiest central squares.
Redeveloped waterfront district known for modern architecture, boardwalk walks, sea views and social-media-friendly photos around Turning Torso.
Long urban beach and waterside promenade popular for walking, cycling and sunset views over the sea toward the Öresund Bridge.
A traditional Scanian cake made by piping egg, sugar, and potato starch batter onto a rotating spit. It is a regional specialty of Skåne and often served at celebrations.
A thick Scanian egg pancake, richer and denser than a crepe, traditionally served with fried pork and lingonberries. It is one of the best-known classic dishes from Skåne.
A southern Swedish beef stew seasoned with allspice and slow-cooked until tender, often served with boiled potatoes and pickled beetroot. It is a comforting regional home-style dish.
One of Malmö's best-known contemporary restaurants, offering seasonal Nordic cooking with a creative edge in a lively, modern dining room.
A classic Malmö beer hall and restaurant known for hearty Swedish dishes, sausages, schnitzel, and traditional atmosphere in the city center.
A well-known seafood restaurant and fish shop celebrated for fresh Swedish seafood, herring, and shellfish. Stylish but approachable, and especially strong for local fish dishes.
Prices are high by European standards, especially for dining and hotels, but public transport and budget lunches can help control costs.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not expected, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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