Rodby – Puttgarden

Ferries from Denmark to Germany

Key Facts

Operator: Scandlines
Car transport: Yes

Route Overview

The Rødby-Puttgarden ferry route connects Denmark's island of Lolland with Germany's island of Fehmarn, crossing the Fehmarn Belt. This 19-kilometer (10.2 nautical miles) international passage operates with a consistent sailing duration of 45 minutes. The route is serviced by a single ferry operator, offering high-frequency departures to facilitate continuous vehicle and passenger transit between Scandinavia and Central Europe. Daily sailings can reach up to 48 departures per day during peak seasons, maintaining a minimum of 36 departures in off-peak periods. Schedules are structured around a shuttle service model, with ferries departing every 30 minutes for much of the operational day. This pattern ensures minimal waiting times for both freight and private vehicle traffic. The consistent 45-minute crossing time remains constant across all operational seasons, unaffected by typical weather variations due to the short distance and sheltered nature of the Fehmarn Belt. This route carries an annual average of 7.2 million passengers and 1.8 million cars, underscoring its role as a vital transport link.

Operating Ferry Companies

Scandlines