For the crossing between Helsinki and Tallinn, Viking Line uses the Viking Xprs: a comfortable ferry that is fully equipped. It is a huge ferry that can accommodate 220 cars and more than 2,500 passengers. On this page I tell you everything you need to know before you get on board.
Facts about the Viking Xprs
Some interesting facts about the Viking Xprs:
- Year of construction: 2008
- Dimensions: 185 meters by 27.7 meters
- Passenger capacity: 2500
- Car capacity: 220
- Number of knots: 25 knots
- Engine power: 40,000 kW
- Sailing between: Helsinki and Tallinn
Facilities on board
The crossing between Helsinki and Tallinn takes just over two hours. There are various facilities on board the ship that you can enjoy during this crossing. There are restaurants where you can enjoy a delicious meal and there is a play area for children.
All important facilities on board the Viking Xprs:
- Restaurants and bars: you will discover various (buffet) restaurants to enjoy a meal during the trip.
- Cabins: want to relax? Even on this short crossing you can reserve a cabin to isolate yourself for a while.
- Shops: There are several shops on board the Viking Xprs. You can shop for snacks, scents and even clothes on board.
- Entertainment: there is a special play area for children. There is also an occasional entertainment program in the evening with dancing and karaoke.
- Slot machines: on board you will also discover various slot machines, including slot machines.
- Space for suitcases: there is a special space where you can temporarily store your suitcases, so that you don’t have to carry them with you all the time.
- Conference center: Viking Line also offers a conference room for business crossings. Handy for presentations or meetings during the crossing.
Viking Line’s facilities in the ports? Check more information about the Viking Line terminal in Helsinki and the Viking Line terminal in Tallinn.
Floor plan (deck plan)
See below which facilities you can discover on which deck:
- Deck 3, 4: Cargo parking deck
- Deck 5: Car parking deck
- Deck 6: Cabins/cabins
- Deck 7: Entertainment, restaurants, toilets, Game hall, reception, slot machines, entertainment, bars, conference room
- Deck 8: Children’s play area, bar, café and restaurants
At the rear of deck 7 and deck 8 you can go outside and enjoy the view. Please note: there is a smoking area only on deck 7. Download the deck plan as .pdf.
Track Viking Xprs (live location on the map)
Are you curious where the Viking Xprs is sailing now? View the live location of the ship below and track it via the map.
Video of the Viking Xprs
Want to get a good idea of the Viking Xprs? Then watch the video below to get a good impression and see the ferry in action.
Other ferry ships on the route
In addition to Viking Line, there are two other providers on the route: Eckerö line and Tallink Sijla. View the boats from these providers on the route between Helsinki and Tallinn below: