The Eckerö Line ferry between Tallinn and Helsinki departs from Terminal A in the Old City Harbour (Vanasadam). This terminal is within walking distance of Tallinn’s Old Town and handles all departures of the MS Finlandia. Below you will find the exact address, check-in deadlines, transport connections and the standard timetable to Helsinki.
Eckerö Line terminal address in Tallinn
View the address details of Terminal A in the Port of Tallinn below:
- Tallinn A-Terminal (Old City Harbour – Vanasadam)
- Sadama 25
- 15051 Tallinn
- Estonia
Terminal A is located next to Terminal D. Both terminals are connected by a pedestrian footbridge that opens for passing ships. The historic Old Town of Tallinn is about a 15-minute walk from the terminal. The Viru Keskus shopping centre is approximately 1.3 km away and can be reached by tram line 2.
Check-in at Eckerö Line in Tallinn
Check-in at Terminal A usually opens about 2 hours before departure. For both foot passengers and vehicles, check-in closes 45 minutes before departure. Boarding of the Finlandia typically begins around 40 minutes before sailing.
During peak summer weekends and holiday periods, it is advisable to arrive earlier, especially if travelling with a vehicle. Make sure you comply with the passport and ID requirements for travel between Estonia and Finland. You can also review general check-in times for all operators on this route.
Timetable
Below is the standard timetable of Eckerö Line departures from Tallinn to the Port of Helsinki. The crossing time is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. For more details on sailing duration, see our overview of the crossing time.
| Departure | Arrival | Departure days | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06:00 am | 08:15 am | Monday-Saturday | Finlandia |
| 12:00 pm | 02:15 pm | Daily | Finlandia |
| 06:30 pm | 09:00 pm | Daily | Finlandia |
Schedules may vary seasonally. For a complete overview including Tallink Silja and Viking Line, consult the full Helsinki Tallinn ferry timetable. In case of strong winds or winter ice conditions on the Gulf of Finland, departures can be delayed or cancelled. Check our pages about cancellations and weather and the latest weather forecast before travelling.
Facilities at Terminal A
Terminal A offers the following facilities for departing passengers:
- Toilets
- Free WiFi
- Information desk
- Café and kiosk
- Indoor waiting area near check-in counters
Arrival in Helsinki
After arrival in Finland, Eckerö Line docks at the Eckerö Line terminal in Helsinki at West Harbour. Planning a same-day return? See our guide for a day trip between Helsinki and Tallinn. You may also want to check luggage policies on our page about luggage rules before departure.
