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Western archipelago route
We connect the archipelago - island hopping between Espoo and Helsinki!
The Western Archipelago Route is the only water transport route that connects the most spectacular archipelago destinations in Espoo and Helsinki. Along the way, you can enjoy the beauty of the archipelago and stop at various destinations: explore the historical treasures of Suomenlinna, enjoy a beautiful Vasikkasaari, or admire the natural wonders of Vallisaari.
With one day ticket, you can move freely along the route and take advantage of our direct water bus service to the Market Square from Suomenlinna and Vallisaari. You can also cruise at your own leisure, enjoy refreshments in the café and admire the stunning scenery.
To Helsinki by boat, to Espoo by bike or metro
This route also takes you to the Vallisaari Biennale
Journey time: approximately 2 hours each way
Schedule 7.6-7.9.2025
Operating days:
7.6.-22.6.2025 Sat - Sun 24.6.-10.8.2025 Tue - Sun 16.8.-7.9.2025 Sat - Sun
Morning departure
Departure
Nokkala
9:25
Haukilahti
9:35
Kauppatori
10:45
Tykistönlahti, Suomenlinna
11:05
Torpedonlahti, Vallisaari
11:10
Vasikkasaari
11:25
Kruunuvuorenranta
11:35
Kalasatama
11:55
Noon departure
Departure
Kalasatama
12:10
Kruunuvuorenranta
12:25
Vasikkasaari
12:40
Torpedonlahti, Vallisaari
13:00
Tykistönlahti, Suomenlinna
13:15
Kauppatori
13:40
Haukilahti
14:50
Nokkala
15:05
Afternoon departure
Departure
Haukilahti
14:50
Nokkala
15:05
Kauppatori
16:15
Tykistönlahti, Suomenlinna
16:35
Torpedonalahti, Vallisaari
16:55
Vasikkasaari
17:05
Kruunuvuorenranta
17:20
Kalasatama
17:45
Evening departure
Departure
Kalasatama
17:45
Kruunuvuorenranta
18:00
Vasikkasaari
18:15
Torpedonlahti, Vallisaari
18:35
Tykistönlahti, Suomenlinna
18:50
Kauppatori
19:15
Haukilahti
20:20
Nokkala
20:30
Pricelist 2025
Adult
Day ticket
26€
Family day ticket (2 adults + max 3 children 7-17 yo)
All tickets (except Kalasatama – Kruunuvuorenranta) include a return trip on the Western Route or direct service to Kauppatori, based on your choice.
Children aged 7–17: -50%
Children under 7: Travel free when accompanied by an adult.
Seniors, students, and conscripts: -10%
Bicycle: €5 (subject to availability, usually there is space). Strollers can be transported free of charge.
Pets are also welcome on board!
Accepted payment methods on board include cash, debit cards, and credit cards (Master Card, Visa and Visa Electron). For cash payments, please have the exact amount ready.
Kruunuvuorenranta Pier (at the end of Saaristolaivastonkatu, next to the HSL ferry)
Pier: Market Square
Market Square (Keisarinluodonlaituri 1, Helsinki)
Pier: Kalasatama Parrulaituri
Kalasatama Parrulaituri (address: Parrulaituri 20, Helsinki)
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].
Choose your desired departure and hop on from any stop. With a day ticket, you can travel freely between different destinations throughout the day and enjoy the experiences the archipelago offers, including benefiting our route services from Kauppatori (Suomenlinna and Vallisaari).
What you get with one ticket:
Spend the whole day in the archipelago: get to know Helsinki islands or cruise at your own pace
Family friendly: children under 7 years travel free of charge, discounted family ticket €60 (2 + 3).
New stops for summer 2025: market square and Vasikkasaari
Sun deck: enjoy the weather and the stunning scenery of the archipelago
Indoor space: comfortable are where you can relax and enjoy the scenery, sheltered from the weather
On-board café: a wide range of drinks and refreshments
