Writer: Helena Bergström
Updated: August 2026 | Which ferries go from Sweden to Germany? We have travelled many times from Sweden to Germany and here we list some different ferry crossings that go directly from Sweden to Germany, as well as some other possible travel routes.
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Which ferries run from Sweden to Germany?
There are several different ferries from Sweden to Germany, with several different shipping companies. The ferry crossings depart from different cities in Sweden and arrive in different cities in Germany. Here we have listed some options. Which one ferry to Germany you want to choose may depend on where you are travelling from, where you are going and some other factors.
1. Gothenburg - Kiel
Stena Line runs from Gothenburg to Kiel, and is the ferry that takes the longest time. On the other hand, this is perhaps the most pleasant ferry for those who want to enjoy a cosy ferry journey with good food, bar hopping and perhaps a luxurious cabin.
- Shipping company: Stena Line
- Travelling time: Approximately 13 hours
- Things to see and do in and around your destination: The harbour city of Kiel, the Viking Museum Haithabu, Husum and Sankt Peter-Ording on the North Sea coast, Bad Segeberg and the city of Hamburg.
2. Trelleborg - Rostock
Both Stena Line and TT-Line operate the Trelleborg - Rostock route. This is a route that is suitable, among other things, if you want to get down to Berlin or further south.
- Shipping company: Stena Line or TT-Line
- Travelling time: About 6.5 hours
- Things to see and do in and around your destination: The historic town of Wismar, Schwerin Castle, the lovely town of Waren and the big city of Berlin.
3. Trelleborg - Travemünde
The route between Trelleborg and Travemünde is operated by TT-Line. This is another option from Trelleborg, if you prefer to arrive in Travemünde.
- Shipping company: TT line
- Travelling time: Approximately 8 hours
- Things to see and do in and around your destination: The UNESCO city of Lübeck, the seaside resort of Timmendorfer Strand, the historically interesting town of Wismar, Schwerin Castle and the city of Hamburg.
4. Malmö – Travemünde
The route between Malmö and Travemünde is operated by Finnlines. On this ferry, it is possible to book electricity for your motorhome during the crossing if you wish, and having your own cabin makes the journey really comfortable.
- Shipping company: Finnlines
- Travelling time: Approximately 9 hours
- Things to see and do in and around your destination: The UNESCO city of Lübeck, the seaside resort of Timmendorfer Strand, the historically interesting town of Wismar, Schwerin Castle and the city of Hamburg.
More roads lead to Germany - travelling via Denmark
In addition to ferries that go directly from Sweden to Germany, there are other possible travel routes. For example, you can drive over the Öresund Bridge to Denmark or take the ferry Helsingborg–Helsingör with ÖRESUNDSLINJEN and then continue through Denmark. An alternative is to continue with the ferry Rødby–Puttgarden to Germany.
Ferries from Sweden to Germany - which one to choose?
So, which ferries run from Sweden to Germany, and which one should you choose? The choice of course depends on where you're travelling from and where you're going. Price can also play a role, but as it varies depending on the season, day of the week, type of vehicle, temporary offers and other things, it's best to check for your particular vehicle at the time of travelling. Do you have a favourite route that you usually take when you go to Germany?
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bmlarsreseblogg says:
We like to travel from Gothenburg to Kiel when we go out in Europe, close to Gothenburg and then you wake up the next morning and after a good breakfast you are ready for Germany. Now that diesel prices have skyrocketed, we avoid about 50 miles on the roads and it is not free to go over the bridges or take any of the other ferry lines either. Home is often Rostock - Trelleborg as we usually book it a day before.
24 August 2023 - 9:08
Anonymous says:
The Trelleborg-Sassnitz ferry has not run for years!!!
28 August 2023 - 9:20
Helena says:
Hi, there! How do you mean? It says on their website that they run and it is also possible to book: https://www.frs-baltic.com/sv/
28 August 2023 - 9:25
Monica says:
We are not at all fond of the ferry option, crowded, cumbersome with all the narrow stairs, people everywhere, assembly lines in the restaurants. With a small dog it has certainly not been easy either. Sometimes hour-long queues. We have not wanted to tie ourselves up with an appointment either.
For many years it was the Helsingborg-Helsingör ferry and then Rödby-Puttgarden. The most boring part of the journey. Nowadays, it's always the Öresund Bridge and the Danish bridges down to Germany - either for travelling there or continuing further south. It is somewhat longer, is affordable with bridge passes and you avoid queues and can drive all the time. And discover lovely Denmark off the beaten track in the process!
28 August 2023 - 10:10