Ferry from Denmark to Germany

How long is the ferry from Denmark to Germany?

The crossing time by ferry from Denmark to Germany ranges between routes, operators and ships. The Gedser Rostock ferry on average approximately takes 1 hour and 45 minutes. The distance from Gedser to Rostock is approximately 30 nautical miles.

The fastest ferry from Denmark to Germany is from Rodby to Puttgarden, with a crossing time of approximately 45 minutes. Scandlines provide this route with up to 315 sailings weekly combined.

Denmark to Germany Ferry Operators

The following operators sail from Denmark to Germany: Scandlines. Timetables vary depending on the ferry company. Check the latest ferry timetables between Denmark and Germany with just a few clicks using our deal finder.

What is the ferry price from Denmark to Germany?

Prices for the Denmark to Germany ferry might change depending on the season you wish to travel. Cheap ferry tickets are typically available during off peak, outside of the high season. Please visit our special offers page to view all the latest ferry discounts.

Can I travel with a vehicle from Denmark to Germany?

The following operators accept vehicles on ferries from Gedser - Rostock: Scandlines
Rodby – Puttgarden: Scandlines

Not all ships will accept vehicles, check out our Deal Finder for the latest sailing availability, for traveling with vehicles.

Denmark to Germany Ferry Routes

The following routes sail from Denmark to Germany: Rodby to Puttgarden and Gedser to Rostock.

Some routes are seasonal, whereas others sail year round. To get the most up to date sailing information for ferries from Denmark to Germany search in our Deal Finder.

About Germany

Germany sits in the heart of Central Europe, spanning from the North and Baltic Seas down to the Bavarian Alps.

Birthplace of Einstein and Beethoven, and inventor of the automobile and MP3 technology, Germany has shaped the world. Today, it has one of the world’s largest economies, boasting some of the most unforgettable, diverse landscapes on the continent, too. Upon its tapestry are winding rivers, fairy tale castles and glorious mountain ranges. The capital, Berlin, known for the namesake wall and Brandenburg Gate, is a nightlife hub and haven for the arts, whilst the famous Bavaria region, sitting at the foot of the Alps, attracts beer, sausage and pretzel fans from around the world.

The 2,389-kilometre German coast has multiple ports and ferry terminals. Choose from regular ferry routes, operated by many companies, from Scandinavia across the North Sea and from numerous countries in north-eastern Europe across the Baltic Sea, allowing easy access to Germany’s northern cities.