Experience the breathtaking beauty of Eastern Helsinki
The Eastern Island Route is Helsinki's only internal water transport route from the mainland to the mainland. During the trip, you will experience authentic island life and, once there, the natural experiences of East Helsinki. The route takes you to the Helsinki archipelago, where other public vessels rarely go to. The trip includes a passage through the Degerö channel and the small islands of Kallahdenselkä. In Vuosaari, Aurinkolahti beach, Kallahdenniemi and Uutelan Nature Park await you.
During the cruise, snacks, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages are available in the ship's café.
Favourite spots: the Degerö (Laajasalo) canal, Kivisaari, Vartiosaari
The cruise takes approximately 1 h 45 minutes each way. The duration also depends on the destination you are visiting.
* Kivisaari traffic 07.06.-16.08. Mon-Sun, then Fri-Sun 28.09. ** Only on Tuesdays and if requested at least 2 days beforehand
Schedule 01.06-28.08.2025
From Kalasatama to Vuosaari (Mon-Sun)
Kalasatama
9:35
13:45
17:40
Herttoniemi
09:55
14:10
18:00
Laajasalo
10:15
14:30
18.20
Vartiosaari
10:17
14:32
18:22
Kivisaari*
10:30
14:45
18:35
Satamasaari
10:40
14:50
18:40
Iso Iiluoto
10:50
15:05
18:50
Leikosaari
11.10
15:15**
19:05
Vuosaari
11.30
15:35
19:25
From Vuosaari to Kalasatama (Mon-Sun)
Vuosaari
11:40
15:45
19:30
Leikosaari
12:05
16:05
Iso Iiluoto
12:15
16:15
19:55
Satamasaari
12:25
16:25
20:05
Kivisaari*
12:35
16:30
20:10
Vartiosaari
12:45
16:40
20.20
Laajasalo
12:50
16:45
20:25
Herttoniemi
13:15
17:05
20:45
Kalasatama
13:35
17:30
21:10
Leikosaari***
21:45
* Kivisaari traffic 07.06.-16.08. Mon-Sun, then Fri-Sun 28.09. **Only on Tuesdays or if requested at least 2 days beforehand *** On Wednesdays during 1.6.-6.8.2025
Pricelist 2025
Below is the price list for one-way adult travel.
Price / Adult
Cruise Vuosaari-Kalasatama (no island stop)
14,90€
Cruise Kalasatama-Vuosaari (no island stop)
14,90€
Cruise to any island
12,40€ / one way
Crossing Laajasalo-Vartiosaari
2,50€
Children (7-17 years) and pensioners half price.
Children under 7 years travel free of charge.
Large or heavy items (including luggage) from €2.
Bicycle €5 (if there is room, there usually is). Pushchairs are free of charge.
You can buy a 10-trip serial ticket from the ferry, the ticket is personal.
Pets are also welcome on the cruise!
Cash, debit card and major credit cards are accepted on board. When paying in cash, please make sure you have an imprest for your trip.
Contact
The direct phone number to the ship is 050 338 6661. The ship's own telephone is only answered when the ship is in operation.
If this number is not answered, please call the general customer service number: 0102023780 Mon-Fri 9-15. You can also send questions by e-mail to [email protected].
Maps
What you get with one ticket:
Enjoy Eastern Helsinki's beauty: during the journey, you’ll get to explore parts of Helsinki's archipelago that other route or sightseeing boats typically don’t visit.
Spend your day exploring Kivisaari or Vartiosaari.
Sun deck: enjoy the weather and the stunning scenery of the archipelago
Indoor space: comfortable area where you can relax and enjoy the scenery, sheltered from the weather
On-board café: a wide range of drinks and refreshments
Tickets can only be purchased on the spot from the waterbus crew. Please pay with card. If paying by cash, please reserve an exact amount of money.
We do not carry objects longer than 2 meters on board. We do not carry building materials unless otherwise agreed.
