• A boat is lying at the pier, behind the boat is a bridge.
  • The deck of a vessel with the benches to sit.
  • A wonderful sunny day where a vessel is crossing the waterside.
  • A woman is on a vessel, enjoys the boatride and is taking a selfie.
A boat is lying at the pier, behind the boat is a bridge.
A woman is on a vessel, enjoys the boatride and is taking a selfie.
A wonderful sunny day where a vessel is crossing the waterside.
A boat is lying on the dock and a woman is walking on the dock. The sun is shining.

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 the beautiful Vasikkasaari or one of the many seaside restaurants along the route. 

With one day ticket, you can move freely along the route and also take advantage of our direct water bus service to the Market Square from Suomenlinna. You can cruise at your own leisure, enjoy refreshments in the café and admire the stunning scenery.

 

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To Helsinki by boat, to Espoo by bike or metro

This route also takes you to Suomenlinna

Journey time: approximately 3 hours each way

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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 from our route services from Suomenlinna to Kauppatori (Market Square). 

What you get with one ticket:

Two women are on a raft, and one of them is being given directions.
  • 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 2026: Lauttasaari and Meritullintori 
Two women are sitting on the railing of a boat, enjoying a drink.
  • 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

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