You want to travel from Kiel to Klaipeda? Then the Ferry Kiel - Klaipeda offers you a fast and cheap option for your trip. The ferry takes you 7 times a week in 20 hours from Kiel (Germany) to Klaipeda (Lithuania).
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Info about the route Kiel - Klaipeda
| Ferry connection: | Ferry Kiel - Klaipeda |
| Start port: | Kiel (Germany) |
| Destination port: | Klaipeda (Lithuania) |
| Travel time / journey time: | 20 hours |
| Number of crossings: | 7 times a week |
| Season: | All year round (January-December) |
| Price incl. car: | from 104,00 € |
| Check-in: | until 90 minutes before departure |
| Booking: | ››› Check price & availability |
| Your ferry operator: |
DFDS Seaways |
Port information for your journey by ferry from Kiel to Klaipeda
Kiel
Life in the port city of Kiel is characterised by a deep connection to the Baltic Sea. Accordingly, visitors can enjoy a maritime museum and an aquarium with seals. Historic ships are also waiting to be visited in the Germania harbour. Kiel is famous for its fjord and its old town with the medieval Nikolai church and town hall. Holstenstraße and Dänische Straße invite you to stroll around with their shops. During the Kiel Week, the Windjammer Parade impresses an audience of millions year after year.
Here you will find more information about the port, addresses of the ferry terminals, excursions in Kiel and the surrounding area, as well as all the Ferries to Kiel.
Klaipeda
When you take the Fähre into the port of Klaipeda, the oldest city in Lithuania welcomes you. The imposing old town is characterised by half-timbered houses, churches, the theatre square and the town’s landmark, the famous Simon-Dach fountain. Visitors interested in art will certainly be fascinated by the “art in public space”, because everywhere in the city there are small sculptures to discover. In addition, the city has a sculpture park, which displays works by Lithuanian sculptors. A marine museum offers another special feature besides a dolphinarium: it is housed in a fortress.
Here you will find more information about the port, addresses of the ferry terminals, excursions in Klaipeda and the surrounding area, as well as all the Ferries to Klaipeda.
Itinerary & Inspirations
Itinerary of the ferry Kiel – Klaipeda
The ferry connection from Germany to Lithuania is offered exclusively by the shipping company DFDS Seaways. Up to seven ferries leave the port of Kiel for Klaipeda every week. For the trip you have to calculate about 20 hours.
Start in ferry port Kiel
The terminals of the Port of Kiel are conveniently located in the city center. More than 2.4 million ferry passengers use the port annually to travel by ferry to Lithuania, Norway and Sweden. DFDS Seaways ferries to Klaipeda depart from the eastern shore port. The service at PORT OF KIEL has already received several awards, parking spaces for short and long-term parking are available.
Journey to the port of departure Kiel
If you travel by car, there are connections from Hamburg and Flensburg. After leaving the A7, the signs will lead you to the Ostuferhafen via the A215. If you arrive by train, there is a bus connection (line 11) from Kiel main station. Alternatively, cabs are available.
Kiel ferry port address:
Ostuferhafen
24149 Kiel
Deutschland
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On board DFDS ferries to Klaipeda
On the crossing from Kiel to Klaipeda, three ferries – Athena Seaways, Victoria Se aways and Optima Se aways – are in operation. They can accommodate up to 550 passengers.
What you can do during the crossing
During your trip, the duty-free store offers you a wide selection of perfumes, cosmetics, spirits and confectionery. In the Kid’s Club the little ones are well taken care of while playing, painting and watching movies.
These offers are available on board the ferry
All ferries have an excellent gastronomic offer, consisting of two restaurants and bars. Depending to ferry, up to 116 recliners in the lounge area and 436 beds in cabins of various categories ensure a comfortable crossing.
Arrival to Klaipeda ferry port
The port of Klaipeda is almost year-round ice-free and therefore one of the most important ports of the Baltic States. The historic old town is located only a few hundred meters from the ferry terminal.
Your options in Klaipeda
The historic center of Klaipeda is known for its well-preserved half-timbered houses and churches. The city is considered the oldest in the country and offers a diverse cultural program with Theater Square, Sculpture Park and“Art in Public Space“. The former fortress now houses a marine museum with an attached dolphinarium. If you want to stay longer in Klaipeda, you have a wide range of accommodation options with hotels, guesthouses and apartments.
Your options for onward travel from Klaipeda
After arriving at the ferry port of Klaipeda, there are good connections by car, bus and train. From here it is about two hours by car to the capital Vilnius or to the Latvian capital Riga.
Baltijos pr. 40
93239 Klaipeda
Litauen
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FAQ on the Ferry Kiel - Klaipeda
Here you can find answers to various questions such as the number of departures, departure times and journey times as well as current waiting times for the journey from Kiel to Klaipeda.
››› Which ferries / shipping companies sail from Kiel to Klaipeda?
The ferry connection from Kiel to Klaipeda bedient currently the shipping company DFDS Seaways .
››› How much is the ferry from Kiel to Klaipeda by car, caravan or motorhome?
The fare on the ferry connection from a to b depends on various factors and often depends on the load, the time of the journey, whether you are travelling with or without a vehicle and other points. You can do a simple price check here: ››› Check price
››› Where can I book the ferry from Kiel to Klaipeda?
You can easily book your Ferry Kiel - Klaipeda with us: ››› to booking
››› By what time do I have to check in on the ferry Kiel-Klaipeda at the latest?
You must check in at the latest until 90 minutes before departure at the port Kiel. However, you should allow a little more time for check-in.
››› What happens if I am not at the port on time?
That can happen, of course. However, the ferry will not wait for you, as the timetables must be adhered to. If you have purchased a flexible ticket, you can simply take the next available ferry. However, if you have a ferry ticket that is fixed to a certain departure, you have to buy a new ticket in the port and wait for the next free ferry.
››› How often does the ferry go from Kiel to Klaipeda in Lithuania?
The ferry connection Kiel-Klaipeda is currently offered 7 times a week. However, it is possible that the connection will be increased for a short time due to increased demand or that a departure will be cancelled due to insufficient demand.
››› How long does the ferry take to get from Kiel to Klaipeda?
The travel duration (duration of the crossing) by ferry from Kiel to Klaipeda is currently 20 hours.
››› What can I do on board the ferry during the crossing?
During your journey from Kiel to Klaipeda, you have a variety of ways to pass the time on board your ferry. You can relax, shop, play sports or linger in the restaurant and enjoy a variety of delicacies.
Here you can find some inspiration.
››› Can I take my dog / pet with me on the ferry?
Yes, that is not a problem. Dogs and smaller pets such as cats travel normally on the ferry. On some ferries, pets must remain in the vehicle on the vehicle deck, on other ferries they can also be taken into the passenger areas. Some shipping companies also offer pet cabins or pet boxes on their ferries.
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