How long is the ferry to Gotland?
Crossing time, ports and how long to allow for check-in.
Short answer
The ferry to Gotland takes about three hours to Visby from both Nynäshamn and Oskarshamn, according to Destination Gotland and the island's tourist site. The ferries sail to Visby from the two mainland ports. In summer Destination Gotland runs up to 18 crossings a day. Add time for check-in, which opens 1.5 hours before departure.
Why
- Destination Gotland says that in about three hours you are in Visby, with sailings from Nynäshamn or Oskarshamn.
- The Gotland tourist site gotland.com says that regardless of your choice of port the crossing takes approximately three hours.
- Destination Gotland says that in summer it runs up to 18 crossings per day.
Details
Destination Gotland says check-in opens 1.5 hours before departure and closes 20 minutes before, and the walk from the terminal entrance to the ship can be up to 500 metres. For the full ferry guide, see ferry to Gotland, and for places to stay, see where to stay on Gotland and when to book.
Tip
Pick the port that suits your start: gotland.com describes Nynäshamn as south of Stockholm and Oskarshamn as in Småland, and both crossings take about the same time.
What may differ
Exact departure and arrival times differ by day and season, and the timetable on destinationgotland.se lists each sailing.
Common misconception
The crossing from Oskarshamn is much shorter or longer than the one from Nynäshamn.
What actually happens
According to gotland.com, regardless of your choice the crossing takes approximately three hours, and Destination Gotland also says about three hours to Visby.
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Sources
- Destination Gotland: Travel with the Gotland ferryChecked at:
- gotland.com: Getting to GotlandChecked at:
- Destination Gotland: About Destination GotlandChecked at:
- Destination Gotland: Before your tripChecked at:
Timetables and prices change, so check Destination Gotland before you travel.
Ferry to GotlandRelated questions
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Do you get compensation for a delayed Snälltåget train?
Yes, Snälltåget pays 25% of the ticket price if you arrive 60 to 119 minutes late and 50% if you arrive 120 minutes or more late.
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Where does Viking Line leave from in Stockholm?
Viking Line ferries leave from the Stadsgården terminal in Stockholm, at Tegelvikshamn, SE-11630 Stockholm, according to Ports of Stockholm and Viking Line.
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What is the 'försalong' on Destination Gotland?
On Destination Gotland, the försalong is a lounge with reclining seats where films are shown on monitors during the crossing.
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Is the Arlanda Express included in an SAS ticket?
Arlanda Express sells its own train tickets, and its price list, its ticket terms and Swedavia's train page mention no SAS or other airline ticket that includes the ride.