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How to get from Tallinn to Helsinki by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Tallinn to Helsinki ferry ticket? Look no further, you've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Tallinn to Helsinki is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Tallinn to Helsinki can be stressful, that's why we do our best to make your Tallinn to Helsinki ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like Eckerö Line, St. Peter Line, Viking Line or Tallink. This way you can find the best price for a Tallinn Helsinki ferry ticket according to your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most St. Peter Line, Tallink, Eckerö Line or Viking Line ships offer onboard amenities such as cabins, restaurants, stores, Wi-Fi and more. Often, they also offer facilities for people with limited mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Tallinn to Helsinki simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Tallinn to Helsinki Ferry Information

Port of departure
Tallinn
Estonia
Port of arrival
Helsinki
Finland
Distance
51 mi
Ferry Companies
Eckerö Line, St. Peter Line, Viking Line, Tallink
Frequency of crossings
12 crossings a day
Minimum crossing time
2 hrs.
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Ferry Tallinn Helsinki: Price, Timetable and Duration

To travel by ferry from Tallinn to Helsinki, you'll find tickets ranging from $16 for one person if you're traveling without a car to $143 if you're traveling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Tallinn-Helsinki route is $59. The average ferry crossing time from Tallinn to Helsinki is 2 hrs. 18 min. The slowest ferries will take 3 hrs. 30 min to reach Helsinki, while the fastest boats will reach Helsinki in 2 hrs.. The first ferry leaves the port of Tallinn at 06:00. The last ferry to Helsinki leaves Tallinn at 18:30.

Average price of a Tallinn Helsinki ferry crossing
$59
Price range for Tallinn Helsinki ferries (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
$16 - $143
Average crossing time Tallinn Helsinki
2 hrs. 18 min
Departure time of first ferry to Helsinki
06:00
Departure time of last ferry to Helsinki
18:30
Arrival time first ferry to Helsinki
08:15
Arrival time of last ferry to Helsinki
21:00

Why take a ferry from Tallinn to Helsinki ?

Whether you're travelling solo, with a partner or with the family, a Tallinn to Helsinki ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Helsinki. Here are 3 reasons why we think Tallinn to Helsinki ferry is an ideal way to travel.

Resting in a cabin
Although it is not compulsory to book a cabin for the crossing from Tallinn to Helsinki, you are depriving yourself of a comfort that the ferry is the only mode of transport to offer. Equipped with bunks, private bathrooms and sometimes even portholes or balconies, the cabins are just like real hotel rooms. If their use is more obvious during a night crossing, it is perfectly possible to book one during the day.
Not to worry about the number of bags
One piece of luggage is free, all the others must be paid for. This is often the formula used when we travel with other modes of transportation, which very often leads to a significant increase in the bill. For the Tallinn to Helsinki crossing, as long as all your luggage is contained in your car, no extra charge is required. If you are traveling as a pedestrian, the conditions may be more restrictive as you will have to keep your luggage with you until you arrive in Helsinki. However, we recommend that you ask the St. Peter Line, Tallink, Eckerö Line or Viking Line crew, as luggage lockers are often available for passengers to store their luggage during the crossing.
To enjoy the incredible sea view
Every time we go on vacation on the coast, we are looking for the best view on the sea. During the Tallinn Helsinki crossing, whether you are on deck, dining in the restaurant or relaxing in the comfortable lounges of the St. Peter Line, Tallink, Eckerö Line or Viking Line ship, you will simply have a front row seat to the incredible spectacle that the sea offers. Restaurant, bars, lounges, cabins,... the magnificent views of the sea are omnipresent on board the ship.

Which companies operate between Tallinn and Helsinki?

If you're looking to travel between Tallinn and Helsinki by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including St. Peter Line, Tallink, Eckerö Line or Viking Line who offer regular services between the two cities. You can find more information about the different ferry companies on this route and their departure times here.

St. Peter Line Tallinn Helsinki
St. Peter Line
St. Peter Line is a ferry company based in Russia that offers ferries between Russia and Finland. On Vivanoda, you can compare Tallinn-Helsinki fares and book a St. Peter Line ticket between Tallinn and Helsinki. More information about St. Peter Line
Tallink Tallinn Helsinki
Tallink
Tallink, founded in 1991, is a ferry company based in Estonia that serves the Baltic States, Finland and Sweden. On Vivanoda, you can compare Tallinn-Helsinki fares and book a Tallink ticket between Tallinn and Helsinki. Tallink operates 6 crossings a day to Helsinki from Tallinn and the journey time is 2 hrs.. More information about Tallink
2 hrs.
6 crossings a day
Eckerö Line Tallinn Helsinki
Eckerö Line
Eckerö Line operates ferry services between Finland and Estonia, including ferry connections between the ports of Tallinn and Helsinki. On Vivanoda, you can compare Tallinn-Helsinki fares and book a Eckerö Line ticket between Tallinn and Helsinki. Eckerö Line operates 3 crossings a day to Helsinki from Tallinn and the journey time is 2 hrs. 20 min. More information about Eckerö Line
2 hrs. 20 min
3 crossings a day
Viking Line Tallinn Helsinki
Viking Line
Founded in 1959, Viking Line is a ferry company based in Finland that offers crossings between Finland, Sweden and Estonia. On Vivanoda, you can compare Tallinn-Helsinki fares and book a Viking Line ticket between Tallinn and Helsinki. Viking Line operates 3 crossings a day to Helsinki from Tallinn and the journey time is 2 hrs. 20 min. More information about Viking Line
2 hrs. 20 min
3 crossings a day

Where do the ferries leave from in Tallinn? Where do the boats arrive in Helsinki?

Port of departure in Tallinn

St. Peter Line, Tallink, Eckerö Line or Viking Line ferries depart for Helsinki from the following ports in Tallinn:

Tallinn Terminal A
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Tallinn Terminal D
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Port of arrival in Helsinki

Viking Line, Eckerö Line, Tallink or St. Peter Line ships arrive in Helsinki from the following ports:

Helsinki Hansa Terminal
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Helsinki West Terminal
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Tallinn to Helsinki, it will take you at least 2 hrs. to cover the 51 mi between Tallinn and Helsinki.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Tallinn and Helsinki in winter) and the ferry company (St. Peter Line, Tallink, Eckerö Line and Viking Line). There are currently 12 crossings a day between Tallinn and Helsinki.

There are 4 ferry companies operating between Tallinn and Helsinki: St. Peter Line, Tallink, Eckerö Line and Viking Line.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by Eckerö Line, St. Peter Line, Viking Line, Tallink.

Before booking, compare the prices of Eckerö Line, St. Peter Line, Viking Line, Tallink on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and safely on our partner's website.

If you want to change or cancel your Tallinn Helsinki ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are not refundable or changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.

During your crossing between Tallinn and Helsinki, you will travel 51 mi.

To go by boat from Tallinn to Helsinki, you can find prices ranging from $16 for the lowest, to $143 for the highest. The average price we've seen is $59.

The first ferry leaves Tallinn at 06:00 for Helsinki.

The last ferry to Helsinki from Tallinn usually departs at 18:30.

Your experience of the Tallinn to Helsinki crossing

If this is your first time on a ferry, it is not easy to imagine what a Tallinn-Helsinki crossing is like. We will therefore describe this unique travel experience, from embarkation in Tallinn to disembarkation in Helsinki, in order to help you better project yourself into the maritime world of Eckerö Line, St. Peter Line, Viking Line and Tallink. You can also find some tourist and practical information about Tallinn and Helsinki.

Ready for boarding in Tallinn

Before your Tallinn Helsinki ferry trip begins, here are the few steps to board:

  • Presentation at the port of Tallinn / You must arrive at the port of Tallinn sufficiently in advance. Please check with your Viking Line, Eckerö Line, Tallink or St. Peter Line company. After this period, the company has the right to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Tallinn-Helsinki crossing / In Tallinn, present your identity papers (passport or national identity card) and the booking number at the Viking Line, Eckerö Line, Tallink or St. Peter Line ticket offices at the Tallinn ferry terminal. By car, the process is the same but is done directly from the boarding lanes. You remain in your vehicle.
  • Boarding the ferry to Helsinki / Information messages are broadcasted in the Tallinn ferry terminal to invite you to board. If you are traveling by car, Viking Line, Eckerö Line, Tallink or St. Peter Line staff will give you instructions to board and park your vehicle on the ship.

Crossing Tallinn Helsinki: on board the ship...

During the crossing, each person can take advantage of the services available on the St. Peter Line, Tallink, Eckerö Line or Viking Line ship as they see fit. Some will want to relax in one of the reclining lounges, others will want to make the most of all the services offered on board or simply enjoy the view of the sea from the ship's deck.

The arrival of the ferry in Helsinki

Here is some information for the disembarkation in Helsinki:

  • The ferry enters Helsinki harbor / You will be allowed to access the garage only when the boat is docked. There is no need to rush. Instead, enjoy the arrival in Helsinki harbor from the deck of the boat.
  • If you are in a cabin. / If you have traveled from Tallinn to Helsinki in the comfort of a cabin, you will have to vacate your cabin about half an hour before the arrival time in Helsinki.
  • Leaving the ship and discovering Helsinki / Driving out of the ship's garage is fairly quick. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. The customs staff at the port of Helsinki can give you a check. Finally, leave the port and Helsinki is waiting for you!

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