Trelleborg – Klaipeda

Key Facts

Operator

DFDS Seaways

Car transport

Yes

Route Overview

The Trelleborg–Klaipėda ferry is a key Baltic connection linking southern Sweden with Lithuania's only seaport, taking around 14–16 hours. DFDS operates this route, primarily as a freight corridor but with full passenger facilities. Klaipėda is the gateway to the Curonian Spit — a UNESCO-listed sand peninsula — and the city itself has a well-preserved German-era old town. Most departures are in the evening, and the overnight timing works well for those continuing overland through the Baltic states.

Operators & Schedule

The route is operated by DFDS, one of Europe's largest shipping and ferry companies. DFDS runs regular ro-pax services on this route, primarily for freight, with passenger cabin accommodation included on all crossings.

Onboard Services

DFDS vessels on this route include a restaurant, cafeteria, duty-free shop, lounge areas and cabins in a range of categories. The long crossing makes a cabin booking the practical choice. Facilities are functional and well-maintained, consistent with DFDS's fleet-wide standards.

Trelleborg

Trelleborg is Sweden's largest ferry hub, with connections to Germany, Poland and Lithuania. It's at the southern tip of Scania with direct access to the E6/E22 motorway network. Multiple ferry companies operate from here and the terminal handles both freight and passenger check-in efficiently.

Klaipeda

Klaipėda is Lithuania's third-largest city and its only seaport, at the mouth of the Curonian Lagoon. The old town has well-preserved German-influenced architecture from its days as Memel. Vilnius is roughly 300 km away and reachable in three hours by road.

Operating Ferry Companies

• DFDS Seaways