
Travel by ferry to Sweden! Travelling to Sweden couldn't be more relaxed than by ferry. This way you start your Sweden holiday rested and without stress.
Travel from Germany, Denmark, Poland and other countries to Sweden.
For your crossing to Sweden there are several routes to choose from. With ports in Kiel, Lübeck-Travemünde and Rostock, your vacation planning from Germany is extremely flexible. After the crossing, Gothenburg, Malmö or Trelleborg will give you a warm welcome.
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Search & Book Ferries to Sweden
Use our ferry search to find your ferry to Sweden. We compare the offers of different shipping companies on each route. So you always get the cheapest offer for your Swedenferry. Check availability and timetables now.
All ferries to Sweden
Here you find all current ferry connections to Sweden.
Ferry connection | Country of origin & country of destination | Number & Duration of trip |
Shipping company |
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Ferry Gdansk – Nynashamn | Ferry from Poland to Sweden | 7 times a week 18 hours |
Polferries |
Ferry Eckero – Grisslehamn | Ferry from Aland, Finland to Sweden | 3 times a day 1 hours 45 minutes |
Eckerö Linjen |
Ferry Frederikshavn – Gothenburg | Ferry from Denmark to Sweden | up to 7 times a day 3 hours 30 minutes |
Stena Line |
Ferry Gdynia – Karlskrona | Ferry from Poland to Sweden | 6 times a day approx. 10 hours |
Stena Line |
Ferry Grenaa – Varberg | Ferry from Denmark to Sweden | 14 times a week 4 hours 15 minutes |
Stena Line |
Ferry Hanko – Nynäshamn | Ferry from Finland to Sweden | up to 7 times per week approx. 12 hours |
Stena Line |
Ferry Helsinki – Stockholm | Ferry from Finland to Sweden | 7 times a week approx. 17 hours 30 minutes |
Tallink Silja Viking Line |
Ferry Kiel – Gothenburg | Ferry from Germany to Sweden | 7 times a week approx. 14 hours 30 minutes |
Stena Line |
Ferry Klaipeda – Karlshamn | Ferry from Lithuania to Sweden | 7 times a week 13 hours |
DFDS Seaways TT-Line |
Ferry Klaipeda – Trelleborg | Ferry from Lithuania to Sweden | 5 times a week approx. 17 hours |
TT-Line |
Ferry Copenhagen – Malmö – Öresund Bridge | Ferry from Denmark to Sweden | continuously possible 40 minutes |
Scandlines |
Langnäs – Kapellskär ferry | Ferry from Aland, Finland to Sweden | 14 times a week 3 hours 20 minutes |
Finnlines |
Ferry Langnäs – Stockholm | Ferry from Aland, Finland to Sweden | 7 times a week 6 hours 20 minutes |
Tallink Silja Viking Line |
Mariehamn – Kapellskär ferry | Ferry from Aland, Finland to Sweden | 3 times a day 2 hour(s) 15 minutes |
Viking Line |
Mariehamn – Stockholm ferry | Ferry from Aland, Finland to Sweden | 3 times a day 5 hours 30 minutes |
Tallink Silja Viking Line |
Ferry Naantali – Kapellskar | Ferry from Finland to Sweden | 14 times a week 8 hours 30 minutes |
Finnlines |
Ferry Paldiski – Kapellskär | Ferry from Estonia to Sweden | 7 times a week approx. 10 hours |
DFDS Seaways |
Ferry Riga – Stockholm | Ferry from Latvia to Sweden | 7 times a week 18 hours |
Tallink Silja |
Ferry Rostock – Nynashamn (Stockholm) | Ferry from Germany to Sweden | 3 times a week approx. 18 hours |
Hansa Destinations (Hansalinjen) |
Ferry Rostock – Trelleborg | Ferry from Germany to Sweden | up to 8 times a day approx. 6 hours |
TT-Line Stena Line |
Ferry Rostock – Visby (Gotland) | Ferry from Germany to Sweden | 1 time per week 14 hours 30 minutes |
Hansa Destinations (Hansalinjen) |
Ferry Rønne – Ystad | Ferry from Bornholm, Denmark to Sweden | 7 times a day 1 hour 20 minutes |
Bornholmslinjen |
Ferry Sandefjord – Stromstad | Ferry from Norway to Sweden | 4 times a day 2 hour(s) 30 minutes |
Fjord Line Color Line |
Ferry Saint Petersburg – Stockholm | Ferry from Russia to Sweden | 2 times a week 39 hours 30 minutes |
St. Peter Line |
Sassnitz – Trelleborg ferry | Ferry from Germany to Sweden | up to 3 times a day 2 hours 30 minutes |
FRS Baltic |
Ferry Sassnitz – Ystad | Ferry from Germany to Sweden | up to 3 times a day 2 hours 30 minutes |
FRS Baltic |
Swinoujscie – Trelleborg ferry | Ferry from Poland to Sweden | 4 times a day 6 hours |
TT-Line |
Ferry Swinoujscie – Ystad | Ferry from Poland to Sweden | 19 times a week 6 hours 30 minutes |
Polferries Unity Line |
Tallinn – Stockholm ferry | Ferry from Estonia to Sweden | 1 time a week 16 hours |
St. Peter Line Tallink Silja Viking Line |
Ferry Travemünde – Karlshamn | Ferry from Germany to Sweden | 6 times a week approx. 16 hours 40 minutes |
TT-Line |
Travemünde – Malmö ferry | Ferry from Germany to Sweden | up to 4 times a day 8 hours 45 minutes |
Finnlines |
Travemünde – Trelleborg ferry | Ferry from Germany to Sweden | 4 times a day approx. 8 hours |
TT-Line |
Ferry Turku – Stockholm | Ferry from Finland to Sweden | 14 times a week approx. 10 hours 30 minutes |
Tallink Silja Viking Line |
Ferry Vaasa – Umea | Ferry from Finland to Sweden | 11 times a week 4 hour(s) 30 minutes |
Wasaline |
Ferry Ventspils – Nynashamn | Ferry from Latvia to Sweden | 12 times a week About 7 hours 30 minutes |
Stena Line |
All ferries from Sweden
Here you find all current ferry connections from Sweden.
Ferry connection | Country of origin & country of destination | Number & Duration of trip |
Shipping company |
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Ferry Gothenburg – Frederikshavn | Ferry from Sweden to Denmark | up to 7 times a day approx. 3 hours 15 minutes |
Stena Line |
Ferry Gothenburg – Kiel | Ferry from Sweden to Germany | 7 times a week approx. 14 hours 30 minutes |
Stena Line |
Grisslehamn – Eckero ferry | Ferry from Sweden to Aland, Finland | 3 times a day 1 hours 45 minutes |
Eckerö Linjen |
Kapellskär – Langnäs ferry | Ferry from Sweden to Aland, Finland | 14 times a week 3 hours 35 minutes |
Finnlines |
Kapellskär – Mariehamn ferry | Ferry from Sweden to Aland, Finland | 3 times a day 2 hour(s) 15 minutes |
Viking Line |
Kapellskär – Naantali ferry | Ferry from Sweden to Finland | 14 times a week 8 hours 45 minutes |
Finnlines |
Kapellskär – Paldiski ferry | Ferry from Sweden to Estonia | 7 times a week approx. 10 hours |
DFDS Seaways |
Ferry Karlshamn – Klaipeda | Ferry from Sweden to Lithuania | 7 times a week 13 hours |
DFDS Seaways TT-Line |
Ferry Karlshamn – Travemünde | Ferry from Sweden to Germany | 6 times a week approx. 16 hours 40 minutes |
TT-Line |
Ferry Karlskrona – Gdynia | Ferry from Sweden to Poland | 6 times a day approx. 10 hours 30 minutes |
Stena Line |
Ferry Malmö – Travemünde | Ferry from Sweden to Germany | up to 4 times a day 8 hours 45 minutes |
Finnlines |
Ferry Nynashamn – Gdansk | Ferry from Sweden to Poland | 7 times a week 18 hours |
Polferries |
Ferry Nynäshamn – Hanko | Ferry from Sweden to Finland | up to 7 times per week approx. 13 hours |
Stena Line |
Ferry Nynashamn (Stockholm) – Rostock | Ferry from Sweden to Germany | 3 times a week approx. 18 hours |
Hansa Destinations (Hansalinjen) |
Ferry Nynashamn – Ventspils | Ferry from Sweden to Latvia | 4 times a day approx. 10 hours |
Stena Line |
Ferry Stockholm – Helsinki | Ferry from Sweden to Finland | 7 times a week approx. 17 hours 30 minutes |
Tallink Silja Viking Line |
Ferry Stockholm – Langnas | Ferry from Sweden to Aland, Finland | 7 times a week 6 hours 15 minutes |
Tallink Silja Viking Line |
Ferry Stockholm – Mariehamn | Ferry from Sweden to Aland, Finland | 3 times a day 5 hours 25 minutes |
Tallink Silja Viking Line |
Ferry Stockholm – Riga | Ferry from Sweden to Latvia | 7 times a week 17 hours |
Tallink Silja |
Ferry Stockholm – Saint Petersburg | Ferry from Sweden to Russia | 1 time a week 38 hours 30 minutes |
St. Peter Line |
Ferry Stockholm – Tallinn | Ferry from Sweden to Estonia | 1 time a week 62 hours 30 minutes |
St. Peter Line Tallink Silja Viking Line |
Ferry Stockholm – Turku | Ferry from Sweden to Finland | 14 times a week approx. 10 hours 30 minutes |
Tallink Silja Viking Line |
Ferry Stromstad – Sandefjord | Ferry from Sweden to Norway | 4 times a day 2 hour(s) 30 minutes |
Fjord Line Color Line |
Trelleborg – Klaipeda ferry | Ferry from Sweden to Lithuania | 5 times a week approx. 17 hours |
TT-Line |
Ferry Trelleborg – Rostock | Ferry from Sweden to Germany | 4 times a day 6 hours |
TT-Line Stena Line |
Trelleborg – Sassnitz ferry | Ferry from Sweden to Germany | up to 3 times a day 2 hours 30 minutes |
FRS Baltic |
Trelleborg – Swinoujscie ferry | Ferry from Sweden to Poland | up to 10 times a week 6 hours 30 minutes |
TT-Line |
Trelleborg – Travemünde ferry | Ferry from Sweden to Germany | 4 times a day 8 hours |
TT-Line |
Ferry Umea – Vaasa | Ferry from Sweden to Finland | 11 times a week 4 hour(s) 30 minutes |
Wasaline |
Ferry Varberg – Grenaa | Ferry from Sweden to Denmark | 14 times a week 4 hours 15 minutes |
Stena Line |
Ferry Ystad – Rønne | Ferry from Sweden to Bornholm, Denmark | 7 times a day 1 hour 20 minutes |
Bornholmslinjen |
Ferry Ystad – Sassnitz | Ferry from Sweden to Germany | 2 times a day 2 hours 30 minutes |
FRS Baltic |
Ferry Ystad – Swinoujscie | Ferry from Sweden to Poland | 3 times a day 6 hours 5 minutes |
Unity Line Polferries |
Ferry Visby – Nynashamn | Ferry from Gotland to Sweden | 5 times a day 3 hour(s) 15 minutes |
Destination Gotland Hansa Destinations (Hansalinjen) |
Visby – Oskarshamn ferry | Ferry from Gotland to Sweden | 3 times a day 2 hours 55 minutes |
Destination Gotland |
Ferry Visby (Gotland) – Rostock | Ferry from Sweden to Germany | 1 time per week 14 hours 30 minutes |
Hansa Destinations (Hansalinjen) |
Visby – Vastervik ferry | Ferry from Gotland to Sweden | 6 times a week 2 hour(s) 30 minutes |
Destination Gotland |
All ferries within Sweden
Here you can find all current ferry connections within Sweden.
Ferry connection | Country of origin & country of destination | Number & Duration of trip |
Shipping company |
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Ferry Karlshamn – Trelleborg | Inland ferry Sweden | 6 times a week approx. 3 hours |
TT-Line |
Ferry Nynashamn – Visby | Inland ferry Sweden | 6 times a day 3 hour(s) 15 minutes |
Destination Gotland Hansa Destinations (Hansalinjen) |
Oskarshamn – Visby ferry | Inland ferry Sweden | 3 times a day 2 hours 55 minutes |
Destination Gotland |
Ferry Trelleborg – Karlshamn | Inland ferry Sweden | 6 times a week approx. 3 hours |
TT-Line |
Vastervik – Visby ferry | Inland ferry Sweden | 6 times a week 2 hour(s) 30 minutes |
Destination Gotland |
Ferry Visby – Nynashamn | Inland ferry Gotland | 5 times a day 3 hour(s) 15 minutes |
Destination Gotland Hansa Destinations (Hansalinjen) |
Visby – Oskarshamn ferry | Inland ferry Gotland | 3 times a day 2 hours 55 minutes |
Destination Gotland |
Visby – Vastervik ferry | Inland ferry Gotland | 6 times a week 2 hour(s) 30 minutes |
Destination Gotland |
Ferry ports in Sweden
You can find an overview of all ferry ports in Sweden here.
Ports |
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Gothenburg |
Grisslehamn |
Kapellskär |
Karlshamn |
Karlskrona |
Malmo |
Nynashamn |
Oskarshamn |
Stockholm |
Trelleborg |
Umea |
Varberg |
Vastervik |
Visby |
Ystad |
Travel guide Sweden
Holiday in Sweden
In Sweden, holidays are possible in many different ways. Sweden fascinates with unique flora and fauna and offers nature lovers a stay in front of spectacular scenery. Lively metropolises, medieval towns, colourful houses, castles and palaces offer visitors interested in culture a varied programme. The Swedish people are proud of their traditions and like to share them with their guests.
TOP excursion destinations in Sweden
The Swedish capital Stockholm knows how to inspire its visitors with art, culture and historic old town. Here modernity meets tradition, urban lifestyle goes hand in hand with large parks, lakeside promenades and picturesque natural scenery.
Stockholm Castle is one of the largest castles in Europe. History comes alive on a tour of the baroque landmark. Today it serves as a workplace for the royal family and houses numerous museums.
The residence of the royal family is Drottningholm Castle. Its magnificent appearance earned it the name Swedish Versailles. The private rooms are located in the south wing, other parts of the palace and the gardens are open to visitors.
With up to 30,000 islands, the Stockholm archipelago is a popular destination. By boat or kayak you can explore the characteristic landscape at any time of the year!
Idyllically situated on a small island, Gripsholm Castle with its brick-red walls and towers is truly reminiscent of a fairytale castle. Inside, magnificent chambers, a theatre and the state portrait collection await visitors.
Medieval Visby awaits its guests with a winding old town, half-timbered architecture and well-preserved city walls. 50 watchtowers, gates, drawbridges and ramparts are waiting to be discovered.
In Småland, Astrid Lindgrens värld aims to delight children’s hearts. It was here in Vimmerby that the famous children’s author was born and where her stories were set. In the adventure park, visitors meet Pipi, Michel & Co. and can go exploring in the houses to their heart’s content – but be careful! Adults are sometimes way too big for this world….
Grandiose landscapes, endless forests and clear lakes offer nature lovers everything their heart desires. If you want to watch moose, you can do so at Grönåsens Elk Park. Special highlight: the moose safari!
In Sweden’s snow-covered north, a very special adventure awaits visitors: on a dog sled safari, guests can enjoy the endless expanse of the Scandinavian countryside in harmony with nature.
Lapland offers its visitors spectacular nature experiences in metres of snow in winter. Worldwide, Lapland is considered one of the best regions to experience the uniqueness of the Northern Lights.
Entry requirements
German citizens aged 16 and over require a passport or identity card to enter Sweden. For children and young people under the age of 16, children’s identity cards, children’s passports, passports or identity cards are accepted. All documents must be valid for the entire duration of the stay. A visa is not required.
Alternative travel options
An alternative to the Ferry would be to travel by car. For example, the A7 leads past Flensburg to Denmark, from where you can travel comfortably over the Öresund Bridge to Sweden. There is also a wide range of rail and long-distance bus connections. Regular air connections make travel to Stockholm and Gothenburg possible all year round. ››› Ferries to Scandinavia
Questions & Answers about the Sweden ferry
››› How do I get to Sweden?
Of course, the best way to get to Sweden is by ferry. But there are also possibilities to travel to Sweden by car via the Danish mainland or to use one of the many air connections.
››› Where can I book the ferry to Sweden?
You can book your Sweden ferry to several ways. For example here with us via our travel search forms. Directly at the respective shipping company or also in specialized travel agencies.
››› When should I book the ferry to Sweden?
For your trip to Sweden, you should make your ferry booking well in advance. Because for the most popular routes, the capacities to ferries are quickly booked up. However, there is no exact date for the booking.
››› How much do ferries to Sweden cost?
The price of your Sweden ferry from on many different factors. For example, from the time of booking, whether you want to travel with or without a car, motorcycle or camper, with which shipping company you travel, whether in high season or low season. There are many points to consider. But with our travel search you can quickly find out what the ferry to Sweden costs.
››› Which ferries go to Sweden?
There are many ferry connections to Sweden. Here you see an overview of all ferries to Sweden:
- Gdansk – Nynashamn
- Eckero – Grisslehamn
- Frederikshavn – Gothenburg
- Gdynia – Karlskrona
- Grenaa – Varberg
- Helsinki – Stockholm
- Kiel – Gothenburg
- Klaipeda – Karlshamn
- Klaipeda – Trelleborg
- Langnäs – Kapellskär
- Langnäs – Stockholm
- Mariehamn – Kapellskär
- Mariehamn – Stockholm
- Naantali – Kapellskär
- Paldiski – Kapellskär
- Riga – Stockholm
- Rostock – Trelleborg
- Rostock – Visby
- Rostock – Nynashamn
- Sandefjord – Stromstad
- Saint Petersburg – Stockholm
- Sassnitz – Ystad
- Sassnitz – Trelleborg
- Swinoujscie – Trelleborg
- Swinoujscie – Ystad
- Tallinn – Stockholm
- Travemünde – Malmö
- Travemünde – Trelleborg
- Travemünde – Karlshamn
- Turku – Stockholm
- Vaasa – Umea
- Ventspils – Nynashamn
- Visby – Nynashamn
- Visby – Oskarshamn
- Visby – Vastervik
››› Which ferries go from Germany to Sweden?
Ferries also travel from Germany to Sweden. Here you can see all ferries from Germany to Sweden:
- Kiel – Gothenburg
- Rostock – Trelleborg
- Rostock – Visby
- Rostock – Nynashamn
- Sassnitz – Ystad
- Sassnitz – Trelleborg
- Travemünde – Karlshamn
- Travemünde – Malmö
- Travemünde – Trelleborg
You also have the possibility to travel to Sweden with Scandlines via the route Puttgarden – Rödby or Rostock – Gedser in connection with the Öresund Bridge.
››› Which shipping companies sail to Sweden?
There are several shipping companies that sail to Sweden. Here you can see the overview:
- Color Line
- Destination Gotland
- DFDS Seaways
- Eckerö Line
- Finnlines
- Fjord Line
- ForSea Ferries
- FRS Baltic
- Hansa Destinations
- Polferries
- Stena Line
- St. Peter Line
- Tallink Silja Line
- TT-Line
- Unity Line
- Viking Line
- Wasaline
››› How long do the ferries to Sweden take?
The duration of the crossing from Germany to Sweden depends on your chosen route. As a rule, however, the crossing takes between 2.5 and seven hours.
››› Can I take a motorhome or caravan on the ferry to Sweden?
Yes, of course. The ferries take you along with your motorhome, car with caravan, or normal trailer, with your motorcycle and bicycle.
Just specify your vehicle when booking.
››› Can I take my dog with me to Sweden Ferry?
Yes, that is also possible. Your dog or other pets like cats can of course travel to Sweden by ferry.
But pay attention to the conditions of your shipping company. On some it is possible to take the animal with you into the passenger area during the crossing. Others require the animal to remain in the vehicle to car deck.