Finland · An archipelago that lives by its ferries, between Finland and Sweden
Åland ferry routes & schedules
Åland is a scatter of some six thousand islands and skerries in the Baltic, Swedish-speaking yet part of Finland, where the ferry is less a service than a way of life. Its archipelago boats knit together the outer islands and link across the water to the Finnish mainland, run by the regional network Ålandstrafiken.
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About
Ferry travel in Åland
The archipelago routes
These are the working threads of island life rather than tourist showpieces: Brändö to Kustavi and Kökar to Galtby reach across to the Finnish mainland archipelago, while the internal hop between Långnäs and Mariehamn, the tiny capital, ties the main island together. Everything is operated by Ålandstrafiken, the regional archipelago-traffic service.
Åland's boats form the local layer beneath the big Baltic crossings — see the wider set of Finnish ferry routes.
How the archipelago boats work
Archipelago ferries run to published timetables that thin out considerably outside summer, and some routes are demand-led or require advance notice, so never assume a sailing without checking. Cars are carried on most services, but capacity on the smaller boats is limited.
Åland is part of Finland and the EU's Schengen area, so no border checks apply travelling from the mainland. Confirm each leg with Ålandstrafiken, as the outer-island schedules are seasonal and sparse.
Quays
Ferry quays in Åland
4 quays with published connections. Open a quay for every route that calls there.
At a glance
Which Åland crossings run most often?
The busiest published crossings, ranked by number of listed sailings.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Långnäs → Mariehamn | 1h | — | 1 |
| Mariehamn → Långnäs | 1h | — | 1 |
| Brändö → Kustavi | 2h 30m | — | 1 |
| Kökar → Galtby (Korpo) | 2h 30m | — | 1 |
Timetables
Ferry routes in Åland
4 routes departing Åland.
Brändö1 route
Kökar1 route
Långnäs1 route
Mariehamn1 route
Operators
Who runs the ferries in Åland?
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Who operates the ferries within Åland?
Ålandstrafiken, the region's own archipelago-traffic service, runs the inter-island and mainland-link routes across the islands.
Do Åland ferries carry cars?
Most do, but capacity on the smaller archipelago boats is limited and some routes need advance booking. Check with Ålandstrafiken before travelling with a vehicle.
Do I need a passport to visit Åland from Finland or Sweden?
No — Åland is part of Finland and the Schengen area, so there are no border formalities for travellers from the mainland or from Sweden.
How many ferry routes are there in Åland?
Åland has 6 ferry and express-boat connections across 4 quays. Each route page lists the timetable, crossing time and operator.
Who operates ferries in Åland?
Boat and ferry services in Åland are run by 1 operator, including Ålandstrafiken. Most are part of Finland's county public-transport network.
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Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub.