Germany
Photo: SyltExpress at List auf Sylt — GerritR / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)- 2
- Routes
- 2
- Ports
- 40m
- Avg crossing
- SyltExpress (2005) & RömöExpress (2019)
- Vessels
- 1963
- Founded
FRS Syltfähre is the Rømø–Sylt car ferry, founded in 1963 and based in List auf Sylt, Germany. It operates 2 ferry routes serving 2 ports. Across its network, crossings average about 40m.
Timetables
Which routes does FRS Syltfähre operate?
2 routes with live schedules.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havneby (Rømø) → List (Sylt) | 40m | — | 1 | Denmark |
| List (Sylt) → Havneby (Rømø) | 40m | — | 1 | Germany |
Havneby (Rømø)1 route
List (Sylt)1 route
Network
Where does FRS Syltfähre sail?
FRS Syltfähre sails to 2 ports.
Experience
Onboard & services
- Double-ended car ferries
- Drive-on/drive-off
- Online reservation
- Carriage guarantee
- Car-and-passenger ferry between Rømø (Denmark) and Sylt (Germany)
- Part of the Flensburg-based FRS group; operating the line since 1979
- Havneby–List crossing of about 40 minutes, up to 32 sailings a day
- The drive-on alternative to the Sylt rail causeway
- Line first opened in 1963
About
About FRS Syltfähre
FRS Syltfähre runs the car-and-passenger ferry between Denmark and the German island of Sylt, part of the Flensburg-based FRS group (Förde Reederei Seetouristik), which has operated the line since 1979. It is the drive-on alternative to shipping your car by rail across the Hindenburgdamm causeway.
Rømø to Sylt
The route crosses the mouth of the Wadden Sea between Havneby on Rømø (Denmark) and List auf Sylt (Germany) — about a 40-minute sailing, with up to 32 crossings a day in the season. Unlike the Sylt Shuttle train, drivers simply roll on and off, and the operator markets a "carriage guarantee" for vehicles regardless of size or wind.
Fleet and fares
Two double-ended car ferries work the crossing: the SyltExpress (2005), carrying around 600 passengers and 76 vehicles, and the newer RömöExpress (2019). Fares are in euros, booked online with a reservation option to avoid queues; a temporary fuel surcharge may apply. The ferry line first opened in 1963.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was FRS Syltfähre founded?
FRS Syltfähre was founded in 1963, and is headquartered in List auf Sylt, Germany.
Where does FRS Syltfähre sail?
FRS Syltfähre operates 2 ferry routes and serves 2 ports in Germany, including Havneby (Rømø), List (Sylt).
Can I take a car on FRS Syltfähre ferries?
Yes — FRS Syltfähre operates vehicle-carrying ferries on some routes. Book vehicle space in advance, especially in peak season, and check the specific crossing for size limits.
What facilities are available on FRS Syltfähre ferries?
FRS Syltfähre ferries typically offer Double-ended car ferries, Drive-on/drive-off, Online reservation, Carriage guarantee. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
How early should I arrive for a FRS Syltfähre ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a FRS Syltfähre departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with FRS Syltfähre.
How do I find FRS Syltfähre ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every FRS Syltfähre route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with FRS Syltfähre before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub.
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