Ferry from Gothenburg to Frederikshavn

When planning your Gothenburg - Frederikshavn ferry trip, you can take advantage of the fixed discounts available to specific passengers. Typically, children under 16 are entitled to lower ferry ticket prices, while infants and toddlers up to 3 years old travel for free.

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Gothenburg to Frederikshavn:

• The port of Gothenburg can get busy, so it’s best to be there at least 1 hr ahead of your ferry’s departure. If you are traveling with a vehicle, plan your arrival 2 hr in advance.
• The sea can get a bit rough, so if you are sensitive to the waves, consider taking a seasickness medication for the trip. As always, you can discuss your options with your pharmacist or doctor.
• If you are traveling with a car, book your tickets on the Frederikshavn - Gothenburg ferry for your return trip well in advance, as car deck spaces are limited.
• From Gothenburg, you can also travel by ferry to Kiel. For more information on prices, schedules, and companies, take a look at the Gothenburg ferries.

Where to take the ferry from Gothenburg to Frederikshavn

Ferries to Frederikshavn depart from the Danmarksterminalen at the port of Gothenburg, on Sweden’s west coast. The terminal for ferries to Denmark is located on the Göta River near the Masthugget district. This is the designated terminal for sailings to Denmark, as there is a separate terminal for ferries to Germany.

At the Gothenburg terminal, you’ll find ticket offices, cafés, toilets, Wi‑Fi, and waiting areas, plus a drop‑off zone and accessible facilities.

How to get to the port of Gothenburg

• By car: follow the signs for Frederikshavn or Danmark on the E20, E6, or E45, the terminal is located at Emigrantvägen.
• By public transport: you can take tram lines 3, 9, or 11 to the Stigbergstorget stop, which is a roughly 10-min walk to the terminal. Alternatively, bus line 60 stops at Masthugget, which is also nearby.
• From Gothenburg Central Station: the station is approximately 3 km from the terminal. From there you can reach the port by taxi in about 10 min, or by tram in 15-20 min.
• From Landvetter Airport: the airport is about 25 km away. You can take the Flygbussarna airport coach to the city center and then transfer to a tram, or take a taxi directly to the port, which takes about 25-30 min.

Where does the ferry arrive in Frederikshavn?

Ferries from Gothenburg normally arrive at the Stena Line Terminal in the port of Frederikshavn. This is the primary ferry hub in Northern Jutland, located right on the edge of the town center.

At the terminal, you’ll find waiting areas and car rental desks, and nearby there are pedestrian streets, shops, restaurants, and other basic amenities. The main shopping district and the Frederikshavn Train Station are about 10-15 min on foot via a covered pedestrian bridge that connects the terminal to the town.

If you are continuing your journey through Denmark, the E45 highway begins right at the port and provides a direct route south toward Aalborg and Aarhus.