Cross the Baltic between Helsinki, Tallinn, Stockholm and Turku, or travel through the Åland Islands on overnight cruise ferries with cabins, dining and vehicle decks.
Choose your Baltic ports, travel date, passengers, vehicle and cabin to compare current Viking Line departures.
Viking Line also operates seasonal cruises and special sailings. Use the live timetable for the exact route pattern and ship on your travel date.
Viking Line connects Finland, Sweden, Estonia and the Åland Islands with a mix of short route traffic and large overnight cruise ferries. The Helsinki–Tallinn route is the quickest regular international crossing, while the Stockholm–Helsinki and Stockholm–Turku routes turn the journey into an overnight travel experience.
Åland sits at the centre of the network. Mariehamn and Långnäs appear as intermediate calls on Finland–Sweden routes, while Stockholm–Mariehamn is also sold as a journey in its own right.
Current 2026 route traffic includes Viking XPRS on Helsinki–Tallinn, Viking Grace and Viking Glory on Turku–Stockholm, and Gabriella/Viking Cinderella around the August Helsinki–Stockholm timetable change. Special cruises can temporarily replace regular sailings on selected dates.
Operator photographs: Viking Glory by AleWi / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0); Gabriella by ThePeter / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0). Images cropped and resized for FerryEU.
FerryEU planning note: Viking Line uses different terminals and even different Åland ports depending on route and departure time. Always confirm the exact terminal before travelling to the harbour.
These routes show Viking Line's range: a short international shuttle and two longer Finland–Sweden journeys through Åland.
Helsinki–Tallinn is Viking Line's short international route. Viking XPRS operates regular crossings, with additional 2026 sailings by Gabriella and Viking Cinderella during the summer programme.
The classic Helsinki–Mariehamn–Stockholm route is an overnight cruise-ferry journey with cabins, restaurants, entertainment, shopping and vehicle carriage.
Viking Grace and Viking Glory operate the Turku–Åland–Stockholm corridor twice daily, using Mariehamn for afternoon calls and Långnäs at night.
The FerryEU Viking Line map shows the main Baltic network around Helsinki, Tallinn, Turku, Stockholm and the Åland Islands. It is an illustrative route overview rather than a promise that every connection operates every day.
Viking Line's 2026 timetable also includes seasonal Stockholm–Tallinn/Visby sailings and special cruises that temporarily alter ordinary route traffic.
After choosing the most practical route, compare the live Viking Line sailing for departure time, calling pattern, passenger requirements and the facilities or accommodation shown for that service. The complete itinerary and arrival location can matter more than a small difference in the headline fare.
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These cities anchor Viking Line's core Finland–Sweden network and use established FerryEU destination imagery.
Viking Line's Katajanokka terminal serves both Stockholm and Tallinn traffic and sits close to Helsinki's historic centre and tram network.
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Viking Line uses Stadsgården, close to central Stockholm and Södermalm, for services towards Helsinki, Turku and Åland.
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Turku's Linnansatama terminal is the Finnish end of Viking Line's twice-daily Stockholm route and a practical gateway to western Finland.
Explore Finland by ferryMariehamn and Långnäs are different ports. Night sailings on the Turku–Stockholm route use Långnäs, while afternoon services use Mariehamn.
Viking Line's accommodation range reflects its mixture of short crossings and overnight cruise-ferry journeys.
Short Helsinki–Tallinn journeys can be made without booking a cabin, using public lounges and restaurant seating.
Best considered forDaytime Gulf of Finland crossingsCompact inside cabins offer private beds, toilet and shower at the lower end of Viking Line's cabin range.
Best considered forBudget-conscious overnight travelOutside cabins provide natural light and Baltic views while retaining private en-suite facilities.
Best considered forCouples and familiesSelected vessels offer premium cabin categories and suites with much more space and additional amenities.
Best considered forSpecial occasions and premium overnight travelOn overnight route traffic, pets must remain in the booked cabin. Allergy-friendly cabins cannot be booked when travelling with pets.
Best considered forOvernight regular-route travel with animalsSpecially equipped cabin categories are available for passengers with reduced mobility on relevant ships.
Best considered forPassengers requiring adapted overnight accommodationViking Line sells cabins as whole private units rather than shared berths. Even if only two people book a four-bed cabin, the cabin remains private to that booking.
Viking Line's larger cruise ferries are built around the onboard experience, while Viking XPRS provides a more compact version for the short Helsinki–Tallinn route.
Viking Line's buffet tradition includes fish, seafood, meat, vegetarian dishes and children's choices, with Nordic flavours prominent across the menu.
Ship-specific restaurants range from brasseries and grills to Italian and casual food concepts.
Viking Line shops sell cosmetics, fragrances, clothing, sweets, drinks, jewellery and other travel products.
All Viking Line ships provide Wi-Fi. Viking Public is free for basic browsing and messaging, with faster paid connections offered where available.
Longer cruise ferries offer live music, bars, shows and other evening entertainment as part of the overnight journey.
Selected ships include playrooms, spa or sauna facilities and other leisure areas, with the exact offer varying by vessel.
Images in this section are from FerryEU's general ferry-travel library and illustrate facility types. Availability varies by Viking Line vessel.
Viking Line supports self-drive travel across the Baltic and has detailed arrangements for pets and passengers who need mobility assistance.
Cars and motorcycles are accepted on regular passenger routes subject to booked dimensions and garage capacity.
Touring vehicles can be booked, but terminal staff may measure the vehicle against the dimensions entered in the reservation.
Pets are accepted on all regular route voyages and need their own ticket. They are not accepted on cruises or Birka Gotland sailings.
Viking Line offers assistance at terminals and onboard, together with accessible toilets and adapted cabin choices on suitable ships.
Viking Line's standard check-in opens about 90 minutes before departure, but arrival requirements vary for Tallinn, vehicles and larger vehicles.
Viking Line harbour check-in generally begins about one hour 30 minutes before departure.
Passengers and vehicles at Tallinn should be checked in by 45 minutes before departure. Vehicles over 2.40 metres high also use a 45-minute minimum.
At most other ports, passengers without cars and passengers with normal vehicles should be ready at least 30 minutes before departure.
This is the final general cut-off. Reservations that are not checked in can be cancelled automatically.
Access to the car deck is prohibited while the ship is at sea.
Helsinki–Tallinn works well when speed matters. The journey is short enough for a day trip but still carries cars, making it useful for longer road itineraries through Estonia and the Baltic states.
Helsinki–Stockholm is almost the opposite. The ferry becomes the hotel and evening entertainment, and the overnight route replaces a long overland journey around the Gulf of Bothnia.
Turku–Stockholm is particularly useful for road trips because it combines two departures per day with a shorter Finland–Sweden crossing and excellent access to the archipelago. The choice between Mariehamn and Långnäs matters mainly for Åland passengers.
Viking Line's current 2026 passenger network includes Helsinki–Tallinn, Stockholm–Åland–Helsinki, Stockholm–Åland–Turku and Stockholm–Mariehamn. The operator also runs selected seasonal routes and special cruises, including Tallinn and Visby sailings on specific dates.
Viking Line describes the regular Helsinki–Tallinn journey as about 2.5 hours, with departures several times per day depending on weekday and season.
Yes. Viking Line operates the overnight Helsinki–Mariehamn–Stockholm route. Current 2026 timetables use Gabriella and Viking Cinderella around the August timetable change.
Yes. Viking Grace and Viking Glory operate the Stockholm–Åland–Turku route with two departures each day in each direction and calls at Mariehamn or Långnäs depending on sailing time.
Check-in normally opens about 1 hour 30 minutes before departure. Passengers without a vehicle should be at the harbour at least 30 minutes before departure, or 45 minutes at Tallinn. Vehicle passengers should also be ready for loading at least 30 minutes before departure, or 45 minutes at Tallinn. Check-in and boarding close 20 minutes before departure.
Yes. Viking Line carries cars, motorcycles, motorhomes and other suitable vehicles on regular route traffic subject to the booked vehicle category and available garage space.
Yes on all regular Viking Line route voyages. Pets must be booked and are not permitted on cruises or Birka Gotland sailings. On overnight voyages pets must remain in the booked cabin, and pets are not allowed in restaurants.
Yes. Viking Line offers cabin classes ranging from economy accommodation to premium suites. All cabins include a toilet and shower, and specially equipped cabins are available for allergy sufferers and passengers with reduced mobility.
Yes. Wi-Fi is available on all Viking Line ships. A free Viking Public network supports messaging, email and light browsing, while faster paid options are available on relevant vessels.
Yes. Passengers who need help embarking, disembarking or parking close to a lift should request assistance at least 48 hours before sailing and arrive at the designated meeting point no later than one hour before departure.
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