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The ferry connection to Bornholm

Bornholm sits in the middle of the Baltic — reachable only by ferry, from three directions. We don't run our own booking system; we simply show all three routes side by side, honestly. You book directly with the ferry operator.

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Ystad → Rønne: the fast main route

Ystad → Rønne

The high-speed catamarans between Ystad in southern Sweden and Rønne cross the Baltic in about 80 minutes — the shortest and most frequent connection, running year-round with several daily departures in summer. It's the route most travellers to Bornholm take, whichever country they start from.

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Live schedule, indicative prices

Real departures & prices as a guide

Departure times come live from the ferry operator. Prices shown are indicative — you'll see the exact price for your trip with the provider.

Honestly compared

All three routes at a glance

From Sweden

Ystad → Rønne

Fast ferry · ~1 h 20 · main route
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From Germany

Sassnitz → Rønne

Via Rügen · seasonal direct ferry
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From Denmark

Køge → Rønne

Near Copenhagen · overnight option
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Onboard the ferry
Good to know

Before you book

  • 1

    Vehicles & bicycles

    All three routes carry cars, motorhomes and bicycles — reserve space early in peak season.

  • 2

    Pets

    Dogs and cats travel with a valid EU pet passport; on some routes they stay in the vehicle, on others a cabin makes sense.

  • 3

    Best time to book

    Prices are dynamic and rise noticeably in high season (June–August) — book early for the best fares.

  • 4

    Seasonality

    Sassnitz–Rønne only runs seasonally, while Ystad–Rønne and Køge–Rønne operate year-round — plan your return accordingly.

During the crossing

Getting there sorted — what's next?

Next, find a bed on the island — from harbourside guesthouses to clifftop cottages.

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