Kapellskar - Paldiski
Ferry to Estonia
Kapellskar - Paldiski
Ferry to Estonia
Fares for the Kapellskar to Paldiski crossing usually range somewhere between $142* and $997*. Most travellers pay around $559* for a Kapellskar Paldiski ferry ticket, and the cheapest fares on this route begin at $142*. Bringing a car along typically brings the average fare up to $583*.
Fares vary according to passenger count, vehicle type, the route itself and what time you sail. Figures come from fares searched in the previous 30 days, don't include service fees, and were last checked September 26.
There's a quick way to stack up ferry fares and operators from around the world side by side, so you can pick the crossing that best suits you. Getting in early tends to open up the widest choice of prices and sailing times.
Direct Ferries has discounts running throughout the year. Where a senior discount applies to your crossing, it's applied the moment you pick the matching age bracket in the passenger section of your search.
If you're a student or recent graduate, a 5% discount is up for grabs. Head to our partner Student Beans to confirm your status and you'll receive a code to enter at checkout.
A handful of Spanish and Italian ferry routes also offer a resident discount — choose the "Residents" option if it appears during your search and the lower fare is applied straight away. You'll usually need to show proof of address, like a residency card or certificate, when you check in.
Sailings on the Kapellskar Paldiski route generally kick off from Kapellskar at around 09:00, and the last departure of the day is usually around 21:00.
With a longer crossing time, a trip between Kapellskar and Paldiski is better suited to a weekend away or an extended stay, so you get proper value out of the journey.
Yes, Tallink Silja Line carries vehicles on the Kapellskar to Paldiski route. Check our Deal Finder for up-to-date car ferry pricing on this crossing.
Whether a caravan or campervan is welcome on board the Kapellskar to Paldiski ferry comes down to the ship and operator running the sailing. Pop your travel details into our Deal Finder, and we'll check the operators on this route for you.
Yes, Tallink Silja Line takes bicycles on the Kapellskar to Paldiski crossing. Most operators are happy to carry bikes, but it's always worth confirming their exact policy before you turn up at the terminal.
No, foot passengers can't currently travel on sailings between Kapellskar and Paldiski.
Pets aren't currently permitted on ferries between Kapellskar and Paldiski. Our Deal Finder can help you find a nearby route that does allow them.
Guide dogs and assistance dogs are often treated differently to general pets, even on routes where pets aren't allowed. Contact our customer service team to find out what's possible on your sailing, or check our Special Assistance Help page for more information.
Whether the Kapellskar to Paldiski route has an overnight sailing depends on a mix of factors. Search with your travel dates, and we'll show you whether an overnight option exists, plus current timetables, crossing times and daytime alternatives.
Note that overnight sailings can occasionally take a bit longer than daytime crossings.
What you'll need to travel varies by route, so it pays to check ahead of your sailing. A valid passport is typically required for the Kapellskar to Paldiski crossing, along with any visa or national ID required for your nationality. As rules depend on both where you're from and where you're headed, our Check-in, Travel Documents & Tickets guide is worth a read to avoid any hold-ups at check-in.
Booking couldn't be simpler — select your departure port, arrival port and travel date to see everything on offer. From there, you can weigh up alternative routes and departure times to land on the best fit.
Look for early-booking deals and flexible fare types, like upgrades or flexi-tickets, which give you room to change plans later. Double-check details such as passenger numbers and vehicle specs as you go, to keep the booking process painless.
You'll get a confirmation email the moment your booking goes through. From there, how your boarding pass turns up depends on the operator.
Some operators send the boarding pass straight away, while others want you to check in at the port. Where it's on offer, online check-in through the Direct Ferries app can save you time at the terminal.
Ticket desks tend to sit right by the ferry terminal. Building in some extra time before you sail means you won't be rushed collecting tickets and getting checked in.
Have your confirmation email and valid photo ID — a passport or identity card — ready at check-in. If a pet's travelling with you, bring their vaccination and insurance papers, and hold onto proof of address if you booked with a resident discount.
A gap in sailings from Kapellskar to Paldiski on your chosen date usually comes down to something like a timetable adjustment, limited space, or a seasonal dip in service. Try a different date, or browse other options with our Route & Port finder.
Generally speaking, booking your Kapellskar to Paldiski ferry sooner rather than later pays off — earlier bookings usually mean lower fares and more choice of departure times and cabins.
A few weeks' lead time is usually enough to catch a good deal, though fares can still move around depending on the season and what's left available.
More routes than anyone else.
Compare fares, times & routes in one place.
Change plans easily with flexi tickets.
Book e-tickets & manage trips in-app.
Live ship tracking & real-time updates.
Top-rated customer support when you need it.
| Kapellskar - Paldiski Ferry Route Prices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Average Price with Car | $583 | |
| Average Price with Motorbike | $335 | |
| Average Campervan Price | $647 | |
| Average Cabin Price | $563 | |
| Kapellskar - Paldiski Ferry Route Summary | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Sweden |
| Destination | Estonia |
| No. of Operators | 1 |
| Operators | Tallink Silja Line |
| Average Price | $559 |
| Average Pet Price | $833 |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 6 |
| Average Sailing Duration | 10 h |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 9 h 30 m |
| First Ferry | 09:00 |
| Last Ferry | 21:00 |
| Distance | 302 Nautical Miles |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 September 2026.
The Swedish town and port of Kapellskar is located on the Baltic Sea coast, around 90 km to the north of Stockholm. The town is in Norrtalje Municipality which is in Stockholm county in east central Sweden. The municipality was created in 1971 through the amalgamation of several former municipalities and is now the largest and northernmost municipality in Stockholm County. Many of the houses in the region are summer cottages, only inhabited during summertime. This is due to its geographical location by the Stockholm archipelago, which makes it popular among Stockholmers and tourists.
It is the most northern port in "the ports of Stockholm" and is an important port for both passengers and cargo departing to destinations in Finland, Norway, Russia and the Baltics. The port is popular because it has a very short approach which makes it ideal for fast sailings and turnarounds.
The Estonian town of Paldiski used to be a former Russian naval base and is located on the Pakri Peninsular in the north west of Estonia, around 50 km from Tallinn. The town's port became a Russian naval base in the 18th century and is when the Russians renamed it Baltiyskiy Port, or Baltic Port, but the town's present name was adopted in 1933. In the early 1960's the town became a Soviet Navy nuclear submarine training centre and was also home to two land-based nuclear reactors and was the largest facility of its kind in the Soviet Union. As a result of the town's important it was completely closed off with barbed wire surrounding the town until the last Russian warship left in 1994.
The Pakri Peninsular is famous for its limestone cliffs and for its lovely beaches. It is also the location to the highest lighthouse in Estonia and home to rare black Guillemots which look a little bit like Penguins.
From the town's port, ferry services depart to Hanko in Finland, Lubeck in Germany and Kapellskar in Sweden.
