Ferries from Tallinn to Helsinki
Find all the information for your ferry from Tallinn to Helsinki with our ferry search system. Through our portal you will have access to departure and arrival times, the costs and ferry operators that serve the crossings to Helsinki departing from Tallinn.
The ferry crossing from Tallinn to Helsinki is covered by our partners Tallink Silja Line and Viking Line who offer a total of 140 weekly connections with traveling times ranging between 2 hours and 8 hours (mainly morning and afternoon departures). Ferry companies working on this crossing have ships available that are suitable for cars, motorbikes, campers and trucks.
Grab the opportunity and select your accommodation on board now in just a few simple steps.
| Route: TALLINN - HELSINKI |
| Average Weekly Sailings: 7 weekly sailings |
| Sailing Days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday |
| No. of Operators: 2 |
| Operators: TALLINK SILJA LINE, VIKING LINE |
| First Ferry: 07:00 |
| Last Ferry: 22:30 |
| Average trip duration: 2 h 42 min |
| Distance: 82.81 Km |
Tallink Silja Lines has special discounts for infants (0-5) children (6-11) and teenagers (12-17). The discount is applied automatically on our online booking system.
Book Comfort Lounge accommodation and enjoy access to a special lounge with extra services, including a selection of snacks and soft drinks, newspapers, TV, WIFI and power outlets.
Buy a ticket for the Business Lounge and enjoy a quiet, elegant area reserved exclusively for business travellers. In addition to premium WIFI services, newspapers, hot and cold catering and a wide selection of drinks, Business Lounge customers travelling by car are also entitled to Priority Car service, which allows them to be among the first to get off the ship at their destination.
Save up to 40% on day trips between Helsinki and Tallinn with Tallink Shuttle ferries, MyStar and Megastar. The crossing takes only 2 hours, with multiple daily departures. Children under 5 travel free. Discover the unique and charming neighborhoods of both capitals and enjoy a special day abroad, taking advantage of panoramic views, shopping, and dining on board.
40% discount
Pets can travel in a carrier, pet kennel, or a pet-friendly cabin. Animals weighing over 8 kg (up to 20 kg on some ships) must use a kennel or a pet-friendly cabin. Those weighing under 8 kg can travel in a pet bag, but they are not allowed in certain areas such as children’s zones, restaurants, bars, and lounges.
Pets must be kept on a leash, and a muzzle is recommended in public areas. Dangerous animals are not permitted. The pet owner is responsible for the health and well-being of the animal and for any damage caused on board.
If your pet stays in the vehicle during the crossing, no additional ticket is required, but you must inform the staff at check-in. You can book in advance to ensure the availability of pet-friendly cabins, which also provide water bowls and space for up to 3 larger pets. During the trip, it’s not recommended to leave pets alone for long periods.
Children from 0 to 5 years of age travel free but will not be designated an individual seat or accommodation.
100% discount
Children between the ages of 6 and 11 are eligible for a 50% discount, including fees.
50% discount
All passengers between the ages of 12 and 17 receive a discounted ticket.
Pets are welcome on all regular Viking Line voyages, though they must not disturb other passengers or crew. Key rules include:
On the Helsinki–Tallinn route from October to April, pets can travel free in a car if noted during booking. However, the car deck is off-limits during the voyage, and feeding or visiting pets there is not allowed. Extreme weather conditions may also restrict pets from traveling on the car deck.
Tallinn port is on the north coast of Estonia and provides ferry connections to Sweden, Finland and the Aland islands. It is a vast port, with various passenger terminals for foot passengers or those with a vehicle in tow. Departures and arrivals for passengers are from Terminal A, but Tallink ferries leave from terminal D. The terminal is equipped with all facilities for travellers in transit. How to reach Tallinn port By car from the city centre, follow the visible road signs for Terminal A; at the roundabout in the port area, take the first exit on the right and follow the directions for Ch... [More information]
Address: Sadama 25/2 10111, Tallinn, Estonia Sadama 25/2 10111, Tallinn, Estonia
Directions: Google Map @ Tallinn, port
Helsinki is the capital of Finland and has a population of over 1.2 million people; it is by far the most populous area of the country, as well as the hub for politics, education, research, finance, and culture. The city can proudly boast having one of the highest urban standards of living in the world and is also the northernmost capital of all of the EU member states. A brief history of Helsinki The Tavastians inhabited the present day area of Helsinki as early as the Iron Age. They used the area for fishing and hunting, but due to a lack of archaeological evidence, it is difficult to know h... [More information]
Want to learn more about your trip from TALLINN to HELSINKI?
The duration of the crossing from TALLINN to HELSINKI is usually 7 hours 30 minutes with TALLINK SILJA LINE and 8 hours with VIKING LINE. Travel times may vary depending on the date and time of departure.
The ferry operator TALLINK SILJA LINE carries out 107 weekly itineraries and VIKING LINE carries out 33 weekly itineraries. The number of crossings may vary depending on the time of year.
The price of the ticket from TALLINN to HELSINKI varies according to the date and time of departure and the offers available at the time of booking. Our website always gives you the best available price. Book now and save.
The ferries on this route, allow transportation of cars, motorcycles, campers and trucks.
If you are looking for information on your return journey, click this link Ferries from HELSINKI to TALLINN .