Finland
Kauppatori to Suomenlinna, päälait Ferry
Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026
Departs
Kauppatori
Uusimaa
Arrives
Suomenlinna, päälait
Uusimaa
HSL Ferries (Helsinki)At a glance
The Kauppatori to Suomenlinna, päälait ferry takes about 15m, with 79 listed sailings between 00:00 and 23:20. It is operated by HSL Ferries (Helsinki).
- First sailing
- 00:00
- Last sailing
- 23:20
- Sailings listed
- 79
- Crossing
- 15m
Kauppatori to Suomenlinna, päälait ferry timetable
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 | 00:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 00:20 | 00:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 00:40 | 00:55 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 01:00 | 01:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 01:40 | 01:55 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 02:20 | 02:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 06:20 | 06:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 07:00 | 07:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 07:40 | 07:55 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 08:20 | 08:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 08:50 | 09:05 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 09:00 | 09:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 09:20 | 09:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 09:40 | 09:55 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 09:50 | 10:05 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 10:00 | 10:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Mon–Fri |
| 10:10 | 10:25 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 10:20 | 10:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Mon–Fri |
| 10:30 | 10:45 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 10:40 | 10:55 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 10:50 | 11:05 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 11:00 | 11:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 11:15 | 11:30 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 11:20 | 11:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 11:30 | 11:45 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 11:40 | 11:55 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 11:45 | 12:00 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 12:00 | 12:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 12:10 | 12:25 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 12:15 | 12:30 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 12:20 | 12:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Mon–Fri |
| 12:30 | 12:45 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 12:40 | 12:55 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 12:45 | 13:00 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 13:00 | 13:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 13:15 | 13:30 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 13:20 | 13:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 13:30 | 13:45 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 13:40 | 13:55 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 13:45 | 14:00 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 14:00 | 14:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 14:20 | 14:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Mon–Fri |
| 14:25 | 14:40 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 14:40 | 14:55 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 14:45 | 15:00 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 15:00 | 15:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 15:10 | 15:25 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 15:20 | 15:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 15:25 | 15:40 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 15:30 | 15:45 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Mon–Fri |
| 15:40 | 15:55 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 15:55 | 16:10 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 16:00 | 16:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 16:10 | 16:25 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 16:20 | 16:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 16:25 | 16:40 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 16:40 | 16:55 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 16:55 | 17:10 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 17:00 | 17:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 17:10 | 17:25 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 17:20 | 17:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 17:25 | 17:40 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 17:40 | 17:55 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 18:00 | 18:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 18:20 | 18:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 18:30 | 18:45 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 18:40 | 18:55 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 19:00 | 19:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 19:20 | 19:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 20:00 | 20:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 20:20 | 20:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 20:40 | 20:55 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 21:00 | 21:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 21:20 | 21:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 21:40 | 21:55 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 22:00 | 22:15 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 22:20 | 22:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
| 22:30 | 22:45 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Weekends |
| 23:20 | 23:35 | 15m | HSL Ferries (Helsinki) | Daily |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
About the Kauppatori – Suomenlinna, päälait crossing
From the market square in central Helsinki out to the sea fortress: 79 sailings a day and a crossing of about 15 minutes. Ferries run from 06.00 to 02.20 — every 40 to 60 minutes in winter, more often in summer.
Public transport, not a tour boat
A standard HSL ticket covers this crossing exactly as it covers the tram or metro. Nothing is sold on board and no money is handled there, so buy before you reach the quay; machine tickets start their validity at purchase.
Taking a vehicle
No reservation is needed, but the transport fee must be paid on land at the machines in the Kauppatori terminal — Suomenlinna has none. Maximum vehicle size is 7 m long, 2.7 m high, 2.3 m wide on M/S Suomenlinna II and M/S Suokki, smaller on M/S Tor at 5.2 m. Driver and passengers each still need a passenger ticket.
The boat you are on
Suokki is the original 1952 ferry, Finland's first combined passenger and car vessel, built at the Suomenlinna shipyard for the Olympics and renovated in 2012. Suomenlinna II carries 395 passengers and two cars; Tor takes 350 and one.
Vehicles, pets & onboard
- Covered by standard HSL tickets alongside tram, bus and metro
- Year-round service through Baltic winters
Onboard facilities and vehicle, pet and luggage policies vary by operator and vessel; confirm details with the operator before booking.
Getting to & from the ports
Frequently asked questions
How many times a day does it sail?
72 sailings a day.
When's the last ferry of the day?
The last sailing leaves at 23:20.
Does this ferry cross an international border?
No, it's entirely within Finland.
How long, roughly, is the crossing?
About 15m under normal conditions.
Which operator provides this service?
HSL Ferries (Helsinki) operates this route.
Is there a ferry back from Suomenlinna, päälait?
Yes — see the Suomenlinna, päälait to Kauppatori ferry for the return schedule.
How much does a ticket cost?
Ticket prices vary by operator, season and whether you bring a vehicle. Check the operator (HSL Ferries (Helsinki)) for current fares.
Can I do this as a day trip?
A day trip is often possible: with a crossing of about 15m and several sailings a day (first 00:00, last 23:20), you can return the same day. Always check the return timetable before you go.
Does the ferry run all year?
Sailings run daily, and frequency can change between the summer and winter seasons. The timetable above shows the latest published departures — confirm with the operator for off-season dates.
Can I take a car on this ferry?
HSL Ferries (Helsinki) does not list vehicle space on this service — plan to travel as a foot passenger. If you need to bring a car, check with the operator for alternative crossings.
Can I take a pet on this ferry?
Most ferry operators allow pets on this route, usually in a carrier, on deck or in designated pet areas or cabins, and registered assistance dogs travel free. Rules and any fees vary by operator and vessel — check with HSL Ferries (Helsinki), so declare your pet when booking.
What's the luggage allowance?
Foot passengers can normally bring their own luggage aboard at no extra charge, with racks or a luggage area near the entrance, and there is usually no airline-style weight limit. Oversized or excess items may carry a fee, so check with the operator if you are travelling with bulky baggage.
Timetable valid Aug 28, 2026 – Oct 26, 2026.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated August 30, 2026.
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