Ferry to Sweden
Frederikshavn – Gothenburg
From Jutland straight to Gothenburg
- Up to 6 departures daily – all year round
- 3 hr 15 min crossing with Stena Line
- Bring your car, motorhome, or travel as a foot passenger
Terminal & directions
Terminals in Frederikshavn and Gothenburg
Everything you need on both Stena Line terminals: addresses, opening hours, check-in times, parking, and how to get there by car, train, or taxi.
Terminal Frederikshavn (Denmark)
The departure port is at Færgehavnsvej 10, 9900 Frederikshavn (Stena Line Denmark A/S). The terminal is open Monday to Thursday 8:00–19:45, Friday 6:45–19:45, Saturday 6:45–20:30, and Sunday 9:00–20:00. Outside these hours, boarding is only possible with a vehicle – foot passengers cannot board.
By car, take the E45 motorway towards Frederikshavn, then follow signs for "Færge / Norge / Sverige" (Ferry / Norway / Sweden). Without a car, it's about a 20-minute walk from Frederikshavn railway station (Havnepladsen 30), which has train connections to Aalborg, Aarhus, Copenhagen, and Skagen, plus buses to Hjørring, Sæby, and Skagen – check timetables at rejseplanen.dk. Taxis wait outside the terminal building (tel. +45 93 200 200).
If you're travelling as a foot passenger but arriving by car, there are two pay car parks: Sydhavnsvej 4 and Læsøgade 4, both about 500 m from the terminal via a footbridge. Payment is by credit card or DKK coins – no change is given.
Check-in opens 60 minutes before departure for travellers with a vehicle and 45 minutes before for foot passengers, and closes 30 minutes before the scheduled departure. Vehicles arriving late cannot be accepted, so allow plenty of buffer time. The terminal has a passenger lounge, free Wi-Fi, vending machines, a car rental desk, a children's play area, accessible toilets, and a tourist information point.
Terminal Gothenburg (Sweden)
In Gothenburg, the ferry docks at the Denmark terminal, Emigrantvägen 20, 413 27 Gothenburg. Note: Gothenburg has two Stena Line terminals. The Denmark terminal, used for the route from Frederikshavn, lies further east than the Kiel terminal – don't mix the two up when planning your journey.
In the regular season, the terminal is open Sunday and Monday 6:30–18:30, Tuesday to Friday 7:30–18:30, and Saturday 7:30–15:00. In peak season (22 June–9 August 2026), longer hours apply: Monday to Thursday 6:30–21:00, Friday until 20:30, and weekends until 21:00. Outside opening hours, boarding is only possible with a vehicle.
By car, take the E6 at exit 75A, then the E45 westbound along the Göta River; the terminal entrance is about 600 m past the terminal building. Without a car, tram lines 3, 9, and 11 stop at Masthuggstorget / Stena Danmarksterminal, right outside the terminal. Taxis can be reached on tel. +46 31 650 000 – central Gothenburg is only 5 to 10 minutes away.
The main car park is open daily from 6:30, including for night departures, and takes card payments only (Mastercard, VISA, and others); there are two accessible parking spaces per floor. Check-in follows the same times as in Frederikshavn: from 60 minutes before with a vehicle, from 45 minutes before as a foot passenger, closing 30 minutes before departure. Facilities include a restaurant, free Wi-Fi, vending machines, a baby changing room, a drop-off area, and accessible toilets.
Frederikshavn – Gothenburg
The direct ferry link between Denmark and Gothenburg
The Frederikshavn–Gothenburg route crosses the Kattegat between the port town in northern Jutland and Sweden's second-largest city – in around 3.5 hours. It's one of the longest-running ferry links on the Kattegat – the first modern scheduled ferry ran here back in 1936, and Stena Line has been the sole operator since 1982, making this crossing one of the most reliable ways between Denmark and Sweden.
Stena Line runs the RoRo ferries Stena Danica and Stena Jutlandica on this route, with up to 6 departures a day, year-round. On board you'll find a buffet restaurant, a bar, the Stena Plus Lounge, a duty-free shop, and free Wi-Fi. Whether you're bringing a car, motorbike, or motorhome, Frederikshavn–Gothenburg is a fast, comfortable way into Scandinavia and a handy starting point for road trips on to Oslo, Stockholm, or along Sweden's west coast.
- Crossing time
- 3 hr 15 min
- Operator
- Stena Line
- Frequency
- up to 6x daily
- From price
- €110
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FAQ Frederikshavn – Gothenburg
Frequently asked questions
Questions and answers about the Frederikshavn–Gothenburg ferry route
How long is the crossing from Frederikshavn to Gothenburg?+
Crossing time is between 3 hours 15 minutes (Stena Jutlandica) and 3 hours 30 minutes (Stena Danica), depending on the ship in service.
How many departures are there per day?+
Stena Line runs 3 to 6 departures a day in each direction, depending on the season and day of the week. The route operates year-round.
In summer and on weekends, it's worth booking early, as popular departures can sell out fast.
Which ships run the Frederikshavn–Gothenburg route?+
On this route, Stena Line operates the two RoRo ferries Stena Danica and Stena Jutlandica. Both ships are cashless – on board, you can only pay by VISA or Mastercard (debit or credit).
Can I bring my car, motorhome, or motorbike?+
Yes. You can bring cars, motorbikes, motorhomes and caravans on this route. The ferries have large vehicle decks that take vehicles of all sizes.
Note that the fare rises with the size and length of your vehicle.
What's the latest I can check in?+
Check-in opens 60 minutes before departure for travellers with a vehicle and 45 minutes before departure for foot passengers. Check-in closes 30 minutes before the scheduled departure for all passengers.
Vehicles arriving late cannot be accepted, so allow plenty of buffer time.
Can I travel as a foot passenger?+
Generally, yes – foot passengers are welcome on this route. Note: for departures outside terminal opening hours, boarding is only possible with a vehicle.
Foot passenger tickets are also only available at the terminal itself and can't be booked online.
Can I bring my pet on the ferry?+
Yes, pets are allowed on the Frederikshavn–Gothenburg route. You have a few options: keep your pet in your own vehicle, book an add-on pet transport box, or reserve a pet-friendly cabin.
Guide, hearing, and autism assistance dogs travel free of charge and have unrestricted access to all passenger areas.