Hop on scheduled archipelago boats between Espoo and Helsinki
In one day, you can visit multiple islands, including the World UNESCO Site - Suomenlinna, or take a cruise during the golden hour from beautiful Espoo's seaside to the Helsinki City Center.
NOTE: Scheduled Public Boats are available only during the summer season (June-beginning of September).
Scheduled public boats between Espoo and Helsinki
Route stops: Nokkala (Matinkylä, Espoo) - Haukilahti (Espoo) - Lonna island - Suomenlinna island - Vallisaari island - Kruunuvuorenranta (Helsinki) - Kalasatama (Helsinki)
The route is operated by FRS Finland Oy, m/s Kajava, tel. +358 50 300 9736
Timetable is valid between:
8.6.2024 - 23.6.2024 on Saturdays and Sundays
28.6.2024 - 11.8.2024 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
17.8.2024 - 8.9.2024 on Saturdays and Sundays
Note: Passenger numbers and weather conditions can affect the schedule.
Parking & services in Espoo harbours
- There are approximately 100 parking spots
- The nearest bus stop is located 650 m away
- Café & Restaurants in the area: Nokkalan Majakka; Café Merenneito
- There are approximately 100 parking spots next to the harbour area.
- The nearest bus stop is located 400m away.
- Café & Restaurants in the area: Strindberg by the Sea, Skiffer Haukilahti, Café Mellsten
Departure times
| Nokkala (Matinkylä, Espoo) | 9:40 ↓ | 14:15 | 14:20 ↓ | 19:10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haukilahti (Espoo) | 9:50 | 14:05 | 14:30 | 19:00 |
| Lonna island | 11:00 | 12:55 | 15:35 | 17:50 |
| Suomenlinna island (Artillery Bay) | 11:15 | 12:45 | 15:45 | 17:35 |
| Vallisaari island (Torpedo Bay) | 11:25 | 12:30 | 16:00 | 17:20 |
| Kruunuvuorenranta (Helsinki) | 11:35 | 12:15 | 16:15 | 17:00 |
| Kalasatama (Helsinki) | 11:55 | ↑ 12:00 | 16:35 | ↑ 16:45 |
SunSet Cruise from Espoo to Helsinki
Route stops: Haukilahti (Espoo) - Nokkala (Matinkylä, Espoo) - Market Square (Helsinki)
The route is operated by FRS Finland Oy, m/s Kajava, tel. +358 50 300 9736
Timetable is valid:
Only on Fridays between 28.6.2024 - 9.8.2024
Departure times
| Haukilahti (Espoo) | 19:00 ↓ |
|---|---|
| Nokkala (Matinkylä, Espoo) | 19:15 |
| Market Square (Helsinki) | 20:30 |
Pricing
Public boats between Espoo and Helsinki
- Dayticket (whole route) 25€/adult
- Family Ticket (whole route 2 adults and max 3 children) 60€
- Children 7-17 years old 12,5€/child (half price)
- Children under 7 years old travel for free with an adult
- Pensioners and students -10% discount
- Kalasatama (Helsinki) - Kruunuvuorentanta (Helsinki) one way 3€/adult
- Kalasatama/ Kruunuvuorenranta (Helsinki) - Lonna / Suomenlinna island return ticket 12€/adult
- Kalastama / Kruunuvuorentanra (Helsinki) - Vallisaari island return ticket 16€/adult
Note: All tickets (except Kalasatama - Kruunuvuorenranta) include a return on route (can continue island hopping) or return to Market Square (Helsinki). Bike 5€ (if there is space on the boat). Strollers are included free of charge. Pets are welcome on board.
Book tickets in advance over this link
SunSet Cruise Espoo - Helsinki (Fridays)
- one-way 15€ / adult
Private Guided Cruise from Helsinki to Pentala island
Route stops: Helsinki Market Square - Pentala island - Helsinki Market Square
The route is operated by JT-line
Timetable:
on-demand - group booking cruise
from mid-May to mid-September
Duration: 5,5 hours
Example price: from 78 € per person
Incl. the guided cruise, entrance tickets and a special guided tour to “Gurli's House” on the island of Pentala, and lunch serving onboard and Finnish VAT. (The example price is calculated based on a group of 50 people, and when the vessel is M/s Ilves.)
