Ferry from Rostock to Trelleborg

When planning your Rostock - Trelleborg ferry trip, you can take advantage of the regular discounts available to specific passenger categories. These discounts differ from one company to another, but typically you can expect infants and toddlers up to 3 or 6 years old travel for free, while children under 16 are entitled to 50% off regular ticket prices.

The Rostock - Trelleborg route is served by conventional cruise ferries, such as the Skane, FS Mecklenburg-Voprommern and Huckleberry Finn. These vessels designed for long-haul travel and feature many modern amenities and services for a comfortable journey, such as:

• Comfy air-conditioned lounges and seating on outer decks to enjoy the sea view
• Restaurants, cafés and bars serving a range of hot and cold drinks, snacks, and meals (including child-friendly options)
• Shops and kiosks selling snacks, gifts and travel essentials
• Entertainment, including movie lounges, children’s play areas, video game lounges and casino games
• Wi-Fi hotspot with free and premium options available to stay connected during the trip

Additionally, some TT-Line vessels, such as the Nils Holgersson, Robin Hood and Tom Sawyer, have an onboard sauna, while the Peter Pan has charging stations for electric vehicles in its car deck.

Accessibility

The ferries from Rostock to Trelleborg are generally accessible to travelers with disabilities, featuring ramps and elevators between decks and lounges, adapted amenities such as wheelchair-accessible toilets in public areas. Additionally, the ferries usually have adapted cabins for travelers with reduced mobility with wider doorways and bathrooms equipped with grab rails and fold-down shower seats.

Boarding assistance is typically available upon request and prior notification to the ferry company before your journey.

Important: accessibility features vary from vessel to vessel, so it is recommended to contact the ferry company at the time of booking for further details.

Cabins and accommodation

Are there cabins on the ferry?

Yes, on Rostock to Trelleborg ferries, you can book a cabin for greater privacy and comfort. Typically, you can choose between:

• Standard inside and outside cabins
• Premium cabins with a double bed, TV, tea & coffee maker, and a sea view
• Adapted cabins for passengers with disabilities
• Pet-friendly cabins
• Shared cabins

All cabins have air conditioning, a wardrobe, and an ensuite bathroom.

Cabin prices start at around €46.

Can I book business-class seats?

Yes, in addition to standard lounge seating, you can usually book comfortable seating options on most ferries. When traveling with Stena Line, you can usually book numbered reclining seats, while most ferries operated by TT-Line have a business-class lounge with premium seating.

Business-class seats typically come with extra legroom for a more comfortable journey and power sockets to keep your devices charged.

Prices for business-class seats start at €48.

Luggage

Stena Line and TT-Line are flexible when it comes to their luggage policy on the Rostock - Trelleborg route and allow you to bring as many bags as you want. There are no size or weight restrictions, but you must be able to bring the luggage onboard yourself.

Depending on the vessel, there may also be storage areas or luggage space near the seating and cabin areas.

Traveling with pets

Pets are allowed on Rostock - Trelleborg ferries, provided you include them in your booking. The exact rules and available pet facilities vary depending on the company and vessel.

Make sure to bring your pet’s health and travel documents, as well as any pet supplies you may need for the duration of the trip.

Where do pets stay during the crossing?

With Stena Line, pets can usually travel in pet-friendly cabins or in onboard kennels, both subject to availability and prior booking. Pet cabins are usually limited, so early booking is recommended.

On TT-Line ferries, pets can usually stay in pet-friendly cabins, with a maximum of 2 pets per cabin. If pet cabins are full, the company may also allow pets in a standard cabin for an additional fee.

Where are pets allowed?

On Stena Line ferries, pets are not allowed in the restaurants, bars or shops, but they can stay in the designated outdoor areas on deck.

On TT-Line ferries, rules are more flexible: dogs are allowed on indoor and outdoor passenger decks, and there are designated pet areas in the restaurants. TT-Line vessels also have a dog toilet on one of the outer decks.

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Rostock to Trelleborg:

• The port of Rostock can get busy, so we recommend you arrive there at least 1.5-2 hr in advance. Check-in opens 2 hr ahead of depature and closes 30-60 min before the ferry leaves, depending on the operator, vessel and whether you are traveling as a foot passenger or with a vehicle, so allow extra time to collect tickets.
• The Baltic Sea can sometimes get a bit choppy, so if you are sensitive to the waves, consider taking seasickness medication before the trip. As always, you can discuss the best option with your pharmacist or doctor.
• For your return trip, make sure to book your tickets on the Trelleborg - Rostock ferry in advance, especially if you are traveling with a car or wish to book a cabin.
• You can also travel to Sweden by ferry from the ports of Travemünde and Kiel in Germany. For more details, take a look at the Germany - Sweden ferry routes.
• From Trelleborg, you can then sail on to Świnoujście in Poland, Travemünde in Germany and Klaipėda in Lithuania. For more details on all routes, operators and ticket prices, check the Trelleborg ferry schedules on Ferryhopper.

Where to take the ferry from Rostock to Trelleborg

Ferries to Trelleborg usually set sail from the Überseehafen (Overseas Port) at the port of Rostock. The terminal is on the northern edge of the city, about 12 km from the city center, and around 45 km from Rostock-Laage Airport. Berth and loading-lane assignments can change, so always follow the signs for your ferry company and check the information on your boarding pass.

At the port, you will find basic travel amenities, including ticket and check-in facilities, restrooms, food and drink options, shops, and parking. TT-Line also has a terminal bistro and a small shop. If you are traveling with a vehicle, the check-in booths are easily accessible from the main port entrance.

How to get to the port of Rostock

• By car: from Lübeck or Hamburg, take the A20 and continue onto the A19 toward Rostock Überseehafen. From Berlin, follow the A24, continue on the A19, take the exit for Rostock Überseehafen and follow the signs for Fähren and your ferry company.
• From Rostock Central Station: take the S-Bahn S1 toward Warnemünde and get off at Lütten Klein, then continue with bus 45 or 49 to Seehafen Fähre, directly outside the ferry terminal. Alternatively, take tram 2 or 3 to Dierkower Kreuz and transfer to bus 19, 45 or 49. Allow around 40-50 min for the full journey, including the transfer.
• From Rostock-Laage Airport: the car or taxi drive via the A19 from the airport takes about 30-40 min.
• By taxi: a taxi from the city center to the ferry terminal takes approximately 15-20 min.

Check-in and boarding at Rostock

Check-in procedures at Rostock ferry port vary depending on the ferry operator and whether you are traveling with a vehicle or a foot passenger. Make sure to check the details on your booking confirmation before traveling, as late arrival may mean you cannot board the ferry.

TT-Line check-in

For TT-Line sailings from Rostock, check-in usually opens around 2 hr before departure and closes 30 min before departure. 

If you are traveling with a car, motorcycle, camper or bicycle, you can check in at the TT-Line self-check-in machines at Rostock ferry port. Have your booking confirmation or booking number ready, as the machine issues the boarding documents and indicates the lane you should use.

If you are traveling without a vehicle, check in at the TT-Line terminal at Überseehafen. After check-in, foot passengers wait in the designated terminal area for the shuttle bus to the ferry.

Stena Line check-in

For Stena Line sailings from Rostock, passengers traveling with a vehicle must complete check-in at least 60 min before the scheduled departure.

If you are traveling on foot, you must collect your ticket from the Freight Counter at least 45 min before departure. Foot-passenger check-in closes 30 min before departure, and the transfer bus to the ferry leaves 30 min before sailing. After the bus has departed, there is no further passenger transport from the terminal to the vessel.

Where does the ferry arrive in Trelleborg?

Ferries from Rostock normally dock at the port of Trelleborg, the southernmost seaport in Sweden. The ferry terminal is just a short walk from Trelleborg’s main streets, shops, and restaurants. Upon arrival, you'll find the Centralstation (Trelleborg C) located right next to the port area, making it incredibly easy to continue your journey into Sweden.

The port features basic amenities including a waiting lounge, restrooms, and vending machines, with several car rental agencies and hotels located just outside the port gates.