Finland
HSL Ferries (Helsinki)
Helsinki's ferry to the Suomenlinna sea fortress
Est. 1950Helsinki, Finland
Photo: Sinikka Halme / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)- 6
- Routes
- 6
- Ports
- 15m
- Avg crossing
- 1950
- Founded
HSL Ferries (Helsinki) is Helsinki's ferry to the Suomenlinna sea fortress, founded in 1950 and based in Helsinki, Finland. It operates 6 ferry routes serving 6 ports. Across its network, crossings average about 15m.
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Timetables
Which routes does HSL Ferries (Helsinki) operate?
6 routes with live schedules.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suomenlinna, päälait → Kauppatori | 15m | 80 / wk | 1 | Finland |
| Kauppatori → Suomenlinna, päälait | 15m | 79 / wk | 1 | Finland |
| Kruunuvuorenranta → Meritullintori | 15m | 20 / wk | 1 | Finland |
| Meritullintori → Kruunuvuorenranta | 15m | 19 / wk | 1 | Finland |
| Katajanokka → Suomenlinna, huoltol | 15m | 8 / wk | 1 | Finland |
| Suomenlinna, huoltol → Katajanokka | 15m | 8 / wk | 1 | Finland |
Katajanokka1 route
Kauppatori1 route
Kruunuvuorenranta1 route
Meritullintori1 route
Suomenlinna, huoltol1 route
Suomenlinna, päälait1 route
Network
Where does HSL Ferries (Helsinki) sail?
HSL Ferries (Helsinki) sails to 6 ports.
Experience
Onboard & services
- Year-round ferry
- HSL app & travel-card tickets
- Part of city transit
- Bike-friendly
- The Suomenlinna ferry, part of Helsinki's HSL public transport
- Operated by city-owned Suomenlinnan Liikenne, in service since the 1950s
- Market Square to Suomenlinna, a UNESCO World Heritage sea fortress
- Year-round lifeline for Suomenlinna's ~800 residents
- Covered by an ordinary HSL ticket — a rare sea route on a city fare
About
About HSL Ferries (Helsinki)
HSL Ferries is the sea leg of Helsinki's public transport in Finland. The year-round Suomenlinna ferry is part of the HSL (Helsinki Region Transport) network — one of the rare sea routes covered by an ordinary city transit ticket — and is operated by the city-owned company Suomenlinnan Liikenne, in service since the 1950s.
To the sea fortress
The main line runs from Market Square (Kauppatori) across to Suomenlinna, the 18th-century sea fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site that is Helsinki's most-visited attraction. For Suomenlinna's roughly 800 residents the ferry is the lifeline to the mainland, running all year; a weekday service ferry also sails from Katajanokka.
Fares
There is no separate ferry fare — a standard HSL ticket, bought in the HSL app or on a travel card, covers the Suomenlinna crossing just like a tram or metro ride. The main vessel is M/S Suomenlinna II, in service since 2004. (Seasonal summer water-buses to other islands are run by private operators outside the HSL ticket.)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was HSL Ferries (Helsinki) founded?
HSL Ferries (Helsinki) was founded in 1950, and is headquartered in Helsinki, Finland.
Where does HSL Ferries (Helsinki) sail?
HSL Ferries (Helsinki) operates 6 ferry routes and serves 6 ports in Finland, including Katajanokka, Kauppatori, Kruunuvuorenranta, Meritullintori, Suomenlinna, huoltol, Suomenlinna, päälait.
What facilities are available on HSL Ferries (Helsinki) ferries?
HSL Ferries (Helsinki) ferries typically offer Year-round ferry, HSL app & travel-card tickets, Part of city transit, Bike-friendly. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
How early should I arrive for a HSL Ferries (Helsinki) ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a HSL Ferries (Helsinki) departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with HSL Ferries (Helsinki).
How do I find HSL Ferries (Helsinki) ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every HSL Ferries (Helsinki) route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with HSL Ferries (Helsinki) before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated July 26, 2026.
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