The Viking Line terminal in Helsinki is located at Katajanokka. From here, the Viking XPRS sails to Tallinn. This page covers the exact address, check-in deadlines and the current departure pattern.
Address
- Katajanokanlaituri 8 / Mostokatu 1
- 00160 Helsinki
- Finland
The terminal is in Katajanokka, about 1.5 km from Helsinki Central Station. Trams run directly to the area. For other departure points in the city, see the Port of Helsinki overview.
Passenger volumes on this route
The Helsinki Tallinn route handles more than 7 million passengers per year across all operators. Viking XPRS carries up to about 2,500 passengers per sailing and operates year round. It is used by commuters, tourists and freight traffic.
“The Helsinki Tallinn connection is one of the busiest international ferry routes in Europe, linking two capital cities in just over two hours.”
Check-in
The terminal opens around 90 minutes before departure. Check-in and boarding close 20 minutes before sailing. If you travel with a vehicle, arrive earlier during weekends and summer months.
Before departure, check:
Viking Line timetable from Helsinki
Crossing time is about 2 hours 30 minutes. For a comparison with other operators, see the full timetable overview and the page about crossing time.
| Departure | Arrival | Days | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07:45 am | 10:00 am | Friday | Viking XPRS |
| 10:30 am | 01:00 pm | Mon-Thu, Sat-Sun | Viking XPRS |
| 02:15 pm | 04:45 pm | Friday | Viking XPRS |
| 07:00 pm | 09:30 pm | Sunday | Viking XPRS |
| 08:30 pm | 11:00 pm | Mon-Thu, Sat | Viking XPRS |
| 09:00 pm | 11:30 pm | Friday | Viking XPRS |
| 01:00 am | 03:30 am | Sunday | Viking XPRS |
Schedules change seasonally. Always confirm on the operator’s website. For delays caused by strong winds or winter conditions, check cancellations and weather and the latest weather forecast.
Facilities
- ATM
- Café
- Shop
- Luggage storage
- Toilets
- Children’s play area
- Free WiFi
Arrival in Tallinn
Viking XPRS arrives at the Viking Line terminal in Tallinn in the Old City Harbour. Planning a return? See the day trip guide for timing advice.
