Ferry to Sweden
Travemünde – Malmö
The only direct ferry from Germany to Malmö – a relaxed crossing of the Baltic Sea to southern Sweden
- Up to 3 departures a day – daytime, evening and night sailings
- Direct crossing from Germany to Sweden in around 9 hours with Finnlines from the Skandinavienkai terminal
- Car package from €97 for 2 people with a car – bikes travel free
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Mini-cruise to Malmö
Travemünde–Malmö mini-cruise
Fresh Baltic Sea air, a Scandinavian buffet and a full day in Malmö – the Finnlines mini-cruise from Travemünde lasts around 36 hours and is bookable from €123 per person, including two nights on board, dinner, breakfast and sauna access.
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Day 1: Departure from Travemünde
Your mini-cruise begins at the Skandinavienkai terminal in Lübeck-Travemünde, Germany. Check-in opens at 20:00, and you can board from around 20:30 and head straight to the buffet restaurant for dinner. At 22:00 the ferry departs for Malmö. You'll settle into your cabin and spend the first night on board.
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Day 2: Malmö – time ashore & return crossing
Early in the morning you'll cross under the impressive Öresund Bridge – a real highlight of the crossing. You arrive in the port of Malmö around 07:00. After breakfast on board (5:45–7:00), you'll have around 12 hours to explore Malmö: Lilla Torg, Malmöhus Castle, the Turning Torso and Ribersborg beach. You can drop off your luggage at the Finnlines terminal. Around 20:30 you board again, enjoy dinner, and at 22:00 the ferry departs back to Travemünde.
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Day 3: Arrival in Travemünde
After another relaxing night on board, you arrive back at the port of Lübeck-Travemünde around 07:00 in the morning. Enjoy the approach into the harbour over breakfast in the onboard restaurant before disembarking and continuing your journey home.
Ferry Travemünde–Malmö
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about the Travemünde–Malmö ferry with Finnlines
Which ferry company operates the Travemünde–Malmö route, and how often?+
The ferry from Travemünde to Malmö is operated exclusively by the shipping company Finnlines – it's the only direct connection from Germany to Malmö. Ferries run up to three times a day (daytime, evening and night sailings) from the Skandinavienkai terminal in Lübeck-Travemünde. The crossing takes around 9 hours. Four ships operate the route: the Finnswan, Finntrader, Finnpartner and Finnfellow.
All ships offer a buffet restaurant, a bar, an onboard shop (Sailor's Shop), a sauna area (free to use) and a children's play area. Wi-Fi is chargeable and can be booked in advance or on board.
How much does the ferry from Travemünde to Malmö cost?+
Prices depend on the fare type, departure time and season. Finnlines offers two fare types: the cheaper SPECIAL fare (no rebooking or cancellation possible, limited availability) and the more flexible STANDARD fare. The following prices apply to the SPECIAL fare for 2 people with a car (up to 6 m long) in Season I:
Daytime crossing: from €97 (Season II: from €121) – no cabin included.
Night crossing: from €171 (Season II: from €199) – cabin included.
Evening crossing: from €236 (Season II: from €264) – cabin included.
Money-saving tips: joining the free Star Club loyalty programme gets you a 5% discount on every booking. Booking the outbound and return crossing together also gets you a 20% discount on the return leg.
Can I travel as a foot passenger or by bicycle?+
Yes, the ferry can also be used without your own vehicle. Foot passengers check in at the port terminal and are taken on board by shuttle bus. Cyclists can ride on board themselves – bikes travel free on all Finnlines ferries. An adult passenger travelling with a bicycle pays from €31 for a daytime crossing in low season and from €43 in high season.
How much does the ferry cost with a motorhome or camper van?+
Yes, motorhomes and camper vans are easy to bring along. Vehicles up to 6 m long and of any height are included in the regular car package from €97. For motorhomes up to 8 m long (over 2.10 m high), a discounted motorhome package applies: daytime crossing from €120, night crossing from €194 (both for 2 people on the SPECIAL fare). Vehicles and combinations over 8 m long can be booked through the Finnlines booking centre – there's no maximum length. Sleeping in the motorhome on board isn't permitted for safety reasons; a cabin is compulsory on evening and night crossings.
When do I need to arrive for check-in at the port?+
Check-in opening times in Travemünde vary depending on your departure: for the 10:00 departure from 08:00, for the 11:00 departure from 09:00, for evening departures (21:45/22:00) from 19:00, for the 01:00 departure from 23:00 the evening before, and for the 02:30/03:00 departure from 00:00. Check-in closes 1 hour before departure in all cases.
In Malmö, check-in opens 2 hours before departure and also closes 1 hour before departure. Check-in takes place at the blue check-in booths in the Norra Hamnen port. Important: a high-visibility vest must be worn outside your vehicle within the port area in Travemünde.
Can I bring my pet on the ferry?+
Pets are welcome on all Finnlines ferries. The fee is €20 per animal on the Travemünde–Malmö route. However, some important rules apply: all pets must be declared at the time of booking. Booking a pet cabin is compulsory – even for daytime crossings. A maximum of two pets is allowed per cabin. There's a dedicated pet deck on board with a dog toilet. Pets aren't allowed in public areas such as the restaurant, bar and sauna. Leaving pets in the vehicle during the crossing is prohibited.
Do I need a cabin for the crossing?+
No cabin is required for daytime crossings – passengers can use the public areas (restaurant, bar, sauna, outer decks). A cabin is compulsory for evening and night crossings. All cabins have a shower/WC and satellite TV. Several categories are available: inside cabins, outside cabins with sea views, and special pet cabins. Cabin prices start at around €17 to €45, depending on the category.
Can I cancel or rebook my ticket?+
On the STANDARD fare, bookings can be cancelled free of charge up to at least 10 days before departure. Between 9 and 5 days before departure, a 25% cancellation fee applies; between 4 and 2 days, 50%; and less than 48 hours before departure, 100%. Rebooking is free up to 10 days before departure, after which a €15 fee applies. The ticket can be changed a maximum of twice and postponed by up to twelve months.
On the SPECIAL fare, neither cancellations nor rebookings are possible – in exchange, you benefit from the lowest available prices.