Ferry from Travemünde (Lübeck) to Liepāja

When planning your Travemünde - Liepāja ferry trip, you can take advantage of the fixed discounts available to specific passenger categories. Typically, you can expect lower ferry ticket prices for children under 16, while infants and toddlers up to 3 years old travel for free.

Stena Line operates the Travemünde - Liepāja route with conventional cruise ferries, such as the Stena Flavia and Stena Horizon. These vessels are designed for long-haul travel and feature a range of modern amenities and services, such as:

• Comfy air-conditioned lounges and seating on outer decks to enjoy the sea view
• Cafés, bars and restaurants (buffet and à la carte) serving a range of hot and cold drinks, snacks and meals (including vegetarian and child-friendly options)
• Duty-free shops and kiosks selling snacks, gifts and travel essentials
• Onboard entertainment, such as TV lounges, playrooms for children, and casino games for adults
• Wi-Fi hotspot with free and premium options available to stay connected during the trip

Accessibility

The Travemünde - Liepāja ferries are generally accessible to travelers with disabilities, featuring ramps and elevators between decks and lounges, adapted amenities such as wheelchair-accessible seating areas and toiletsm and adapted cabins for travelers with reduced mobility.

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

Can you sleep on the ferry from Travemünde to Liepāja?

Yes, the Travemünde - Liepāja ferry travels overnight, and you can comfortably sleep onboard during the trip. Cabins are the most comfortable option, especially if you are traveling with a family.

If you prefer a budget-friendly option, you can also book a numbered reclining seat in the lounge areas.

What type of cabins are on the ferry

On the ferries from Travemünde to Liepāja, you can book a cabin for 4 passengers. Typically, you can choose between:

• Standard inside and outside cabins
• Deluxe cabins and premium suites with more room, a double bed, tea & coffee maker, and a sea view
• Adapted cabins for passengers with disabilities
• Pet-friendly cabins
• Shared cabins

All cabins have a TV, air conditioning, a desk, a closet, and an ensuite bathroom.

Cabin prices normally start at €153 for a private cabin and €102 for a bed in a shared cabin

Can I book business-class seats?

Stena Line does not offer a traditional business-class seating option on the Travemünde - Liepāja route. Typically, you can book a numbered seat in a standard lounge, or you can book a reclining seat in a silent lounge, for a more relaxed journey.

Prices for numbered seats in silent lounges start at around €78.

Luggage

When traveling with Stena Line, you can bring as many bags as you can carry on board yourself, with no size or weight restrictions.

Traveling with pets

Pets are generally allowed on Travemünde - Liepāja ferries, provided you include them in your booking.

Make sure you bring along your pet’s health and travel documents, including passport, microchip ID and valid rabies vaccination, as well as tickets and pet supplies you may need for the trip.

Where do pets stay on the ferry?

On Stena Line ferries serving the Travemünde - Liepāja route, your only option is to book a pet-friendly cabin, as there are no kennels on board and pets are not allowed to travel in vehicles.

The ferries have designated walking areas, however pets are generally not allowed in standard cabins, lounges or dining areas. During the trip, smaller pets must be kept in their carrier, while larger pets must wear a muzzle and be kept on a leash.

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Travemünde to Liepāja:

• The port of Travemünde can get busy, especially during the high season, so it’s best to arrive at least 1 hr before departure. If you are traveling with a vehicle, plan to be there around 2 hr in advance.
• The Baltic Sea gets choppy, so if you are sensitive to the waves, consider taking seasickness medication. As always, you can discuss your options with your pharmacist or doctor.
• For your return journey, you can book tickets on the Liepāja - Travemünde ferry in advance, especially if you are traveling with a vehicle or during busy periods.
• From Travemünde, you can also travel by ferry to Trelleborg, Helsinki, Malmö and Karlshamn. For more details on all available routes, ticket prices and companies, check out the Travemünde ferry schedules.

Where to take the ferry from Travemünde to Liepāja

Ferries to Liepāja normally depart from the Skandinavienkai Terminal at the port of Travemünde, in the Schleswig-Holstein region in Germany. The port mainly serves routes to Scandinavia and is about 20 km from the center of Lübeck and around 30 km from Lübeck Airport.

At the ferry terminal, there are essential amenities including waiting areas, ticket offices and cafés, and nearby, you’ll also find hotels, restaurants, car rental agencies, and parking lots.

How to get to the port of Travemünde

• By car: follow the A1 road towards Lübeck, then take the exit towards Travemünde/Skandinavienkai and follows the signs to the port.
• By train: the regional train from Lübeck Hauptbahnhof to Lübeck-Travemünde Skandinavienkai takes about 20-25 min, with the station being within walking distance of the terminal.
• By bus: you can reach the port of Travemünde from Lübeck with local buses, such as line 30 or 31, in around 40-50 min.
• By taxi: a taxi from downtown Lübeck to the port takes about 20-25 min.

Where does the ferry arrive in Liepāja?

Ferries from Travemünde normally dock at the Stena Line Terminal in the port of Liepāja. The terminal is under 2 km from the Liepāja Railway Station and about 3 km from the downtown area.

At the terminal, you will find ticket and reservation services, toilets, a passenger lounge, free Wi-Fi, disability assistance, a free short-term parking area, and a drop-off zone.

Onward transport from the Port of Liepāja

• By car: you can easily head east toward Riga on the A9 highway to or south toward Lithuania via the A11 highway.
• By bus: the nearest stop is on Silku Street, about 25-30 min on foot from the port, where you hop on local bus lines 10 and 11 to the city center.
• By train: the main Liepāja Railway Station is less than a 30 min on foot from the port with connections to other cities in Latvia.
• By taxi: local taxis routinely park near the terminal exit, for direct transfers into central Liepāja or onward to Liepāja International Airport, which is located just 5 km outside the city center.