How long does the ferry from Nynäshamn to Visby take?
Crossing time, where the ferry leaves from and how to get to the port.
Short answer
The ferry from Nynäshamn to Visby takes about three hours, according to Destination Gotland and the island's tourist site. Nynäshamn is south of Stockholm, and Destination Gotland's ferries to Visby depart from the Port of Nynäshamn. In summer the company runs up to 18 crossings a day.
Why
- Destination Gotland says that in about three hours you are in Visby when sailing from Nynäshamn or Oskarshamn.
- The Gotland tourist site gotland.com says the crossing takes approximately three hours and describes Nynäshamn as south of Stockholm.
- Ports of Stockholm says Destination Gotland's ferries to Visby depart from the Port of Nynäshamn.
Details
The terminal is at Nynäsvägen 2B in Nynäshamn, and vehicle check-in is at Fiskargränd 1. The SL commuter train station is a few hundred metres from the terminal. 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
If you come by train, plan to be in Nynäshamn at least one hour before departure, because SL timetables are not coordinated with the ferry.
What may differ
The crossing from Oskarshamn to Visby is also about three hours, so the choice of port mostly depends on where you start.
Common misconception
The Gotland ferry leaves from central Stockholm.
What actually happens
Ports of Stockholm says Destination Gotland's ferries to Visby depart from the Port of Nynäshamn, which gotland.com describes as south of Stockholm.
People also ask
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Sources
- Destination Gotland: Travel with the Gotland ferryChecked at:
- gotland.com: Getting to GotlandChecked at:
- Ports of Stockholm: The terminal in NynäshamnChecked at:
- Destination Gotland: Nynäshamn ferry terminalChecked at:
- Destination Gotland: About Destination GotlandChecked 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?
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What is the 'försalong' on Destination Gotland?
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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.