Company | Frequency | Duration |
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Viking Line | 4 times a day | 2h 30 minutes |
Tallink Silja | 6 times a day | 2 hours |
Eckerö Line | 3 times a day | 2 h 15 minutes |
Cheapest
Average
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Tallinn to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
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Operator TALLINK | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator TALLINK | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator TALLINK | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator TALLINK | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Eckero Line | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator TALLINK | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator TALLINK | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator TALLINK | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Eckero Line | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator TALLINK | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Eckero Line | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator VIKING LINE | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Fastest Journey
2 h
Average
2 h 17 m
Ferries per day
12
Distance
82 km
Of the 12 ferries that leave Tallinn for Helsinki every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Distance | 51 miles (82 km) |
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Average ferry duration | 2 h |
Average ferry ticket price | $38 (€32) |
Ferry frequency | 6 a day |
Direct ferry | Yes, there are 6 direct ferries a day |
Ferry operators | Tallink, Viking Line or Eckero Line |
Cabins: | Yes |
Vehicles: | Yes |
Foot passengers: | Yes |
Ferries from Tallinn to Helsinki cover the 51 miles (82 km) long route taking on average 2 h with our travel partners like Tallink, Viking Line or Eckero Line. Normally, there are 6 ferries operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest ferry tickets for this route for as low as $23 (€19), but the average price of ferry tickets is $38 (€32).
Tallink, Viking Line and Eckero Line ferries will get you between Tallinn and Helsinki from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best ferry times and tickets for your trip.
Viking Line is a Finnish ferry company that operates a fleet between Finland, the Åland Islands, Sweden and Estonia. The company was founded in 1959 and currently operates seven vessels on six different routes. Viking Line's fleet of ships offer a variety of accommodation options, from standard cabins to luxury suites, as well as various onboard amenities such as restaurants, bars, shops, and entertainment. They also have a variety of services on board like sauna, spa, gym, and different kind of entertainment options. Some of the most popular routes are: Helsinki - Tallinn, Turku - Mariehamn - Stockholm, Turku - Åland Islands - Sweden.
Ferry information from Tallinn to Helsinki with Viking Line:
Tallinn, Estonia’s vibrant capital city, sits on the coast of the Baltic sea and is just two hours to the Finnish capital of Helsinki by ferry. The distance from Tallinn to Helsinki is 51 miles (82 km) – 40 nautical miles – and crosses the Baltic Sea through the Gulf of Finland. The fast and easy ferry crossing gives travelers the opportunity to explore two great Baltic cultures – from the cobbled streets of Tallinn’s old town to Helsinki’s many parks and celebrated coffee culture.
There are approximately 12 ferries a day that depart from Tallinn to Helsinki with ferry services provided by Tallink Silja, Eckerö Line or Viking Line. With Helsinki being the second largest passenger port in Europe, the route is fast and affordable when booked in advance. Each ferry provider offers top notch service in entertainment, food, shopping and drink. Passengers should be advised to always carry their passport onboard as it is an international service and so subject to border control checks. Discover more about routes, schedules and facilities on the ferries from Tallinn to Helsinki.
There is a regular, daily timetable of ferries from Tallinn to Helsinki in the week, with slightly fewer over the weekend. Sunday has the least number of sailings per day. Although there are slight variations in service from day to day, on average Tallink Silja offers the greatest number of crossings at approximately 6 departures a day. The first ferry departs from Tallinn at around 7:30 a.m. and the last departs around 10:30 p.m. each evening.
Ferries from Tallinn to Helsinki operate on a seasonal schedule. During the high season in the summer there are around 300 scheduled sailings between Tallinn and Helsinki each week. In the low season (October – May), there are closer to 240 crossings per week.
Viking Line: the Finnish ferry operator began services in 1959 and provides daily crossings between Finland, Sweden, Estonia and the Aland Islands. Each year, the company transports around 2 million passengers across the Northern Baltic regions and connects cities such as Turku, Tallinn, Helsinki, Stockholm and Mariehamn.
Tallink Silja: an Estonian shipping company that operates state-of-the-art, mini-cruise ferries across the Baltic region. Tallink Silja is the largest shipping company in the Baltics, with 15 vessels operating between Finland, Estonia, Sweden, Latvia, and the Aland Islands.
Eckerö Line: a Finnish ferry company founded in 1994. Eckerö Line ferries operate between Finland and Estonia, taking passengers across the popular Tallinn–Helsinki route across the Gulf of Finland. Decked in the blue and colors of the Finnish flag, the company aims to create the finest customer experience on the Baltic Sea.
All ferries between Tallinn and Helsinki are direct and take around two hours to cross the Baltic Sea. The fastest ferry provider is Tallink Silja, with a journey time of exactly two hours. Eckerö ferries from Tallinn to Helsinki take 2 h 15 minutes, whereas Viking Line ferries take about 2 h 30 minutes.
Foot passengers are advised to arrive at the port a minimum of 45 minutes before boarding.. Passengers take a car typically have to arrive one hour in advance.
The sea can get rough during certain times of the year when there is bad weather, however on the whole the Gulf of Finland is more sheltered and has relatively calm waters. The larger vessels, including the ferries operated by Tallink, Viking Line and Eckerö, are stable so passengers will feel less affected by the motion than smaller boats.
The best way to find cheap ferry tickets from Tallinn to Helsinki is to depart in the low season. Tickets during the late fall, winter, and early spring can cost as little as €10. Whereas travelers making the journey during the high season – late spring, summer and early fall – can pay as much as €80. To get the cheapest ferry from Tallinn to Helsinki, it’s strongly advised that passengers book ferry tickets as far in advance as possible; the best deals can be secured around 2 months in advance. Omio gathers the latest schedules and ticket options on one platform, making it easy for travelers to find the best deal for their trip.
Each different ferry operator have different guidelines for carrying a pet aboard the ship. On Eckerö Lines, small pets can be brought in a carry cage or carry bags, with the exception of the restaurant and bar areas. Viking Line accepts pets, with an additional booking fee. On Tallink Silja, small pets (under 20kg) can come aboard in a carry cage. Guide dogs can travel on all ferries. Please ensure your pet has a pet passport when traveling around the EU.
Port of Tallinn: the main port of departure. Tallink Silja ferries depart from the D Terminal, while Viking and Eckerö ferries depart from the A Terminal, which is the closest terminal to the Old Town. Travelers can reach the Port of Tallinn on foot, which takes around 22 minutes to walk the one mile (1.6 km) distance. The number 1 tram and the 150 bus also connect the port to the city’s historic center.
Länsisatama port: ferries from Tallinn arrive Länsisatama port, which literally translates at 'Western Port' in English. The Western port is on the Western seafront of Helsinki city center, which is just a mile away. Travelers can easily reach the port on foot or via the tram 6, 7 or 9. from Helsinki city center, which takes approximately 13 minutes to reach Länsisatama port.
Katajanokanlaituri: Viking Line are the only service whose ferries arrive in Helsinki city center, instead of the port. Katajanokanlaituri is in close proximity to Helsinki's Old Market Square. All ports have a café providing refreshments.
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When departing from Tallinn, you have various port options to start your trip from including Port of Tallinn (Terminal D) and Tallinn Port (Terminal A). When arriving in Helsinki, you can end your trip in ports like West Terminal 2, Helsinki (Katajanokka Terminal) and Olympia Terminal.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Tallinn (Terminal D), which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at West Terminal 2, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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