Stockholm to Tallinn Ferry Guide
The classic overnight Baltic crossing aboard Tallink Silja's cruise ferries. 17-hour journey from Stockholm's Värtahamnen to Tallinn's D-Terminal with cabins, restaurants and live entertainment.
Crossing Time
17 hours (overnight)
Daily Departures
1 in each direction
Operators
Tallink Silja
Distance
238 nautical miles (440 km)
The Stockholm-Tallinn Experience
Few Baltic crossings carry as much character as Stockholm to Tallinn. The route slips through the Stockholm Archipelago at golden hour, winds past the Åland Islands during the night, and delivers passengers to Tallinn's UNESCO-listed Old Town the next morning. Onboard, Tallink Silja's flagship cruise ferries feel closer to a floating hotel than a typical short-sea ship — with cabins, a buffet that has become a Baltic institution, à la carte restaurants, spa areas, and nightly live entertainment.
Ferry Operator
Tallink Silja
Route Operator- Daily overnight sailings in each direction
- M/S Baltic Queen and M/S Victoria I
- Cabins for every budget
- Buffet, à la carte and casual dining
- Spa, sauna and entertainment
Best for: Mini-cruises, family travel, longer city breaks combining Stockholm and Tallinn
View Tallink Silja ReviewTerminal Information
Stockholm Värtahamnen (Sweden)
Departure Port
Address & Location
Hamnpirsvägen 10, 115 41 Stockholm, Sweden
Transport Connections
- Metro: Gärdet (T-bana, red line), 15 min walk
- Bus 76 stops directly at the terminal
- Direct taxi rank and rideshare pickup zones
- Long-stay car parking on site
Check-in Requirements
- Vehicle passengers: 90 minutes before
- Foot passengers: 60 minutes before
- Cabin check-in opens 4 hours pre-departure
Terminal Facilities
- Café and bar in terminal
- Tax-free pre-order pickup
- ATM and currency exchange
- Family waiting area
- Free WiFi
Tallinn D-Terminal (Estonia)
Arrival Port
Address & Location
Lootsi 13, 10151 Tallinn, Estonia
Transport Connections
- 10-minute walk to Old Town
- Tram line 2 stops outside the terminal
- Direct taxi rank and Bolt pickup zone
- Easy access to Tallinn ring road
Onward Travel
- Tallinn Old Town: 10 min on foot
- Tallinn Airport: 15 min by car
- Pärnu: 1h 45m by car
- Tartu: 2h 15m by car
Port Facilities
- Tourist information desk
- Currency exchange
- Car rental services
- Café and shops
- Free WiFi
Booking Optimization Tips
Best Booking Times
- • Summer cabins: 8-12 weeks ahead
- • Shoulder season: 4-6 weeks ahead
- • Winter mini-cruises: 2-4 weeks ahead
- • Watch Tallink's flash sales each month
Money-Saving Tips
- • Sunday and Monday departures are cheapest
- • Inside cabins save up to 40% over outside
- • Mini-cruise tickets often cost less than one-way
- • Club One members earn cabin upgrades
Peak Season Tips
- • Avoid Midsummer (Jaanipäev) departures
- • School holidays push prices significantly
- • Book early for July and August
- • Deluxe cabins sell out months ahead
Practical Travel Information
Documentation Required
Identification
- • Valid passport or EU/EEA ID card
- • Children need their own travel document
- • Non-EU passengers may need a Schengen visa
Vehicle Travel
- • Valid driving license
- • Vehicle registration documents
- • Green Card insurance recommended
- • Reflective vests and warning triangle required in Estonia
Onboard Information
Crossing Comfort
- • Overnight cabins on every sailing
- • Multiple restaurants and bars
- • Tax-free supermarket onboard
- • WiFi packages available
Family Facilities
- • Children's playroom and play area
- • Family cabins with bunk beds
- • Kids' menu in restaurants
- • Live shows suitable for all ages
Rent a Car in Tallinn
Pick up a rental car near Tallinn's D-Terminal and explore Estonia at your own pace.
Europcar
5 min from portLargest European network with convenient pickup near Tallinn port
Sixt
10 min from portPremium fleet with modern vehicles available near the port
Hertz
8 min from portGlobal provider with a wide range of vehicles in Tallinn
Budget
5 min from portBudget-friendly rentals with competitive Tallinn rates