Ferries to Gotland

By ferry to Gotland - on this page you will find an overview of all ferry routes to Gotland and Visby.

The most popular routes to Gotland

The two daily routes to Visby are operated by the shipping company Destination Gotland.

Nynäshamn - Visby

Nynäshamn - Visby

From Greater Stockholm several times daily directly to Gotland.

Oskarshamn - Visby

Oskarshamn - Visby

The shortest ferry route to Gotland: from Småland several times daily to Visby.

Gotland route map

Overview of the ferry routes to Gotland and Visby.

Ferries to Gotland

Gotland can only be reached by ferry or plane. The island is served by two ferry ports on the Swedish mainland. All ferries dock in the port of **Visby**, the capital of Gotland.

Year-round ferry connections

Oskarshamn - Visby

The route from Oskarshamn to Visby is ideal for travelers from southern and central Sweden. Oskarshamn is located on the south-eastern coast of Sweden in the province of Småland.

Oskarshamn - Visby

3 hours 5 minutes 7 Sailings Weekly

Journey time: approx. 3 hours Capacity: over 1,600 passengers and approx. 500 vehicles per ferry Frequency: all year round, several times a day

Facilities on board:

  • Restaurants and cafés
  • On-board store with regional products and souvenirs
  • Seating areas and lounge areas

Journey to Oskarshamn

By public transport: Destination Gotland offers special Båtbussar (ferry buses) in cooperation, which travel directly to the port. The timetables are coordinated with the ferry times and tickets can be booked together with the ferry crossing. There are connections from:

  • Linköping via Norrköping and Västervik
  • Jönköping via Nässjö and Vetlanda
  • Växjö via Kalmar

The buses stop directly at the ferry terminal.

By car: Oskarshamn is easily accessible via the Swedish road network. Parking spaces are available at the harbor (some subject to charges, depending on season and availability).


Nynäshamn - Visby

The connection from Nynäshamn to Visby is the first choice for travelers from the Stockholm region and for international guests. Nynäshamn is located about 60 km south of the capital Stockholm.

Nynäshamn - Visby

3 hours 15 minutes 13 Sailings Weekly

Journey time: approx. 3 hours Frequency: all year round, several times a day (more frequent in high season) Note: Early booking is recommended, especially in summer

Facilities on board:

  • Restaurants and family areas
  • Relaxation areas
  • Bookable cabins (recommended for night and early departures)
  • On-board store

Journey to Nynäshamn

By public transport:

S-Bahn (Pendeltåg): From Stockholm city center, the S-Bahn runs directly to Nynäshamn station (journey time approx. 1 hour). The ferry terminal is only a few hundred meters away from the station.

Direct bus: Alternatively, there are long-distance buses between Stockholm and Nynäshamn.

Båtbuss shuttle buses (coordinated with the ferry times) operate, among others

  • from Stockholm Cityterminalen (direct)
  • from Uppsala via Arlanda airport
  • from Eskilstuna via Västerås, Enköping, Strängnäs and Södertälje

Important tip: Allow at least an hour's buffer before the ferry departs to compensate for possible delays on public transport.

By car: The journey time from Stockholm to Nynäshamn is approx. 45-60 minutes via highway 73 (Nynäsvägen)**. Parking is available at the harbor and access to the check-in is well signposted.


Seasonal cruises with Viking Line (summer)

A special alternative is offered by Viking Line in summer: seasonal cruises from Stockholm to Visby with overnight stay on board.

Stockholm - Visby

16 hours 30 minutes 2 Sailings Weekly

Mariehamn - Visby

9 hours 50 minutes 2 Sailings Weekly

Route: Stockholm - Mariehamn (Åland) - Visby Departure: late afternoon in Stockholm Arrival: next morning in Visby Ship: Birka Gotland

Facilities:

  • Cabins (overnight stay on board)
  • Several restaurants
  • Duty-free stores
  • Spa area
  • Entertainment program

Restrictions:

  • No vehicles allowed
  • No pets allowed (except assistance dogs)

Booking options:

  • Round trip: Stockholm - Visby - Stockholm
  • Single trip: Stockholm - Visby only

This option is particularly suitable for a relaxed start to your Gotland vacation with a real cruise atmosphere.