The Viking Line terminal in Tallinn is at Terminal A in the Port of Tallinn (Old City Harbour). This is where you check in and board the Viking XPRS for sailings to Helsinki. The Tallinn Helsinki route is one of the busiest ferry corridors in the Baltic region, with around 7.3 million passengers counted on the route in 2025 (all operators combined) according to the Port of Tallinn.
Official traffic notes and route totals are published by the Port of Tallinn here: Port of Tallinn 2025 traffic overview.
Viking Line Tallinn terminal – quick facts
- Terminal: Terminal A (Viking Line Tallinn terminal)
- Route: Tallinn to Helsinki (operated by Viking XPRS)
- Address: Sadama 25, 15051 Tallinn, Estonia
- Port area: Port of Tallinn, Old City Harbour
- Check-in closes: 20 minutes before departure
- Recommended arrival: foot passengers 60 to 90 minutes, vehicles around 90 minutes (queues can build up)
Address and location of Viking Line Terminal A in Tallinn
Check the exact location of the Viking Line terminal in the Port of Tallinn below. If you also use other operators on this route, see Tallink Silja terminal in Tallinn and Eckerö Line terminal in Tallinn.
- Terminal A
- Sadama 25
- 15051 Tallinn
- Estonia
Navigate to the terminal? You can use the map below.
How to get to Viking Line Terminal A in Tallinn
Terminal A is part of the Old City Harbour area. The terminal is close to central Tallinn, but traffic and queues near the port can slow down access during busy departure windows. If you want to compare terminals and port layout first, start at the Port of Tallinn overview.
By taxi or ride-share
Ask for “Port of Tallinn, Terminal A (Sadama 25)”. Most drivers know the passenger terminals, but stating Terminal A avoids confusion with other terminals in the port.
By public transport
Use public transport to the Old City Harbour area and continue on foot to Terminal A. If you are travelling on a day with strong winds, also check the Tallinn Helsinki weather forecast before you leave.
On foot
If you stay near central Tallinn or the Old Town area, Terminal A is often reachable on foot. Walking time depends on your starting point and luggage, so plan extra time if you need desk check in.
By car
Follow signs for the passenger terminals in the Port of Tallinn and look for directions to Terminal A. Queues for vehicle check in can form close to departure times, especially on weekends and during holiday periods. If you return from Finland later, the equivalent pages for Helsinki are Viking Line terminal in Helsinki and Eckerö Line terminal in Helsinki.
Check-in at the Viking Line terminal
At Viking Line, check in and boarding close 20 minutes before departure. Check in typically opens about 90 minutes before departure for the Viking XPRS, but this can vary by sailing and season. In 2025, Viking Line reported about 1.82 million passengers on its Helsinki Tallinn service, which helps explain why queues can be real on peak crossings.
- Foot passengers: aim to arrive 60 to 90 minutes before departure if you need desk check in or expect queues.
- Vehicles: arrive around 90 minutes before departure when possible, as vehicle lanes and document checks can take time.
- What to bring: booking reference, passport/ID, and vehicle documents if you are travelling with a car.
Timetable changes can happen. Use the standard timetable below as a reference and check the operator’s website close to departure. For a broader view, open the complete timetables page (all operators, arrivals and departures). If Viking XPRS times do not fit, compare with Eckerö Line (ship Finlandia) or Tallink Silja (ships like MyStar and Megastar).
Viking Line timetable in Tallinn (Terminal A)
Typical Viking XPRS departures from Tallinn are listed below. Times can vary by season and on specific dates.
| Departure | Arrival | Departure days | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 am | 09:30 am | Monday – Thursday Saturday – Sunday | Viking XPRS |
| 10:45 am | 01:15 pm | Friday | Viking XPRS |
| 03:30 pm | 06:00 pm | Sunday | Viking XPRS |
| 05:00 pm | 07:30 pm | Monday – Thursday Saturday | Viking XPRS |
| 05:30 pm | 08:00 pm | Friday | Viking XPRS |
| 10:15 pm | 00:30 am | Sunday | Viking XPRS |
Please note: sailings and times can change. Consult the Viking Line website for the current timetable (view here). For alternatives, check the complete timetables of all operators.
Facilities at Terminal A
Terminal facilities can be useful if you arrive early or need to sort out payments or documents before boarding. If you want the broader port facilities (parking areas, nearby services, terminals overview), see the Port of Tallinn page.
- ATMs
- Cafe / restaurant
- WiFi
- Toilets
- Information point
- Seating / waiting areas
- Accessibility features (step-free access, lifts where available)
FAQ – Viking Line terminal Tallinn
Which terminal is Viking Line in Tallinn?
Viking Line uses Terminal A in the Port of Tallinn (Old City Harbour) for the Viking XPRS sailings to Helsinki.
Where is the Viking XPRS terminal in Tallinn?
The Viking XPRS departs from Terminal A. The address is Sadama 25, 15051 Tallinn. For other departure points in the same port, see the Tallink Silja terminal and the Eckerö Line terminal.
When does check-in close at Viking Line Tallinn?
Check in and boarding close 20 minutes before departure. If you also want to compare rules with other operators on this route, use the operator pages for Tallink Silja and Eckerö Line.
Is Viking Line Terminal A the same as Tallink Terminal D?
No. Viking Line uses Terminal A in Tallinn. Tallink Silja uses different terminals depending on the sailing, see the Tallink Silja terminal in Tallinn page. Always confirm the terminal on your booking confirmation.
Where do I arrive in Helsinki on this route?
Arrival terminals in Helsinki depend on the operator. Start with the Helsinki port overview, then open the terminal page for Viking Line in Helsinki (Viking XPRS), Tallink Silja in Helsinki, or Eckerö Line in Helsinki.
Port of Tallinn
For general port information, see our Port of Tallinn page. If you travel back with Viking Line, also see the Viking Line terminal in Helsinki. For ship specific pages on this route, you can also open Viking XPRS, Finlandia, or MyStar.
