TDA / Truck Drivers Assistant
Travemünde – Helsinki (Finnlines)
Practical truck-driver guide to the Finnlines ferry from Travemünde to Helsinki, including parking, check-in, lane access and onboard facilities.
Route
Practical information
Parking before the ferry
Arrive at the car park. Coordinates: 53.937398, 10.850658.
You can take your rest break at the car park if you arrive early, but spaces may be unavailable.
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Map



Walk to the building shown in the photo.
Go up to the second floor, turn left,
and find the Finnlines office.



Check-in
Go to the check-in desk.
You will need:
passport;
tractor and trailer registration numbers (write them down in advance).
After check-in you will receive:
an A4 sheet to place behind the windscreen;
a meal voucher;
a ticket that also serves as your cabin key card.
If you are driving a refrigerated vehicle, you will also receive a sign to place behind the windscreen.


Join the lane
Drive up to barrier A or B. The first barrier opens automatically. Show your ticket to staff at the second barrier.
Then enter the lane and wait for staff instructions.
Do not move off on your own; loading is carried out only when staff direct you.


Ferry
Follow staff instructions and drive onto the ferry.
After parking:
remember to set the tachograph to ferry mode;
take your personal belongings with you.
The cabin deck is the same as the first digit of your cabin number.
Deck 9 has a drivers’ room with a kitchen, coffee, laundry, sauna, free Wi-Fi and a smoking balcony.
Deck 11 has a restaurant, buffet, bar, shop and access to the open deck.
Have a safe trip!






