Old Ferry Terminal Smiltyne
The essential passenger ferry connecting Klaipėda to Smiltynė, your gateway to the stunning Curonian Spit.
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Old Ferry Terminal Smiltyne
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Frequent departures, easy access
Highlights
Must-see attractions
The essential passenger ferry connecting Klaipėda to Smiltynė, your gateway to the stunning Curonian Spit.
"Excellent service. Easy to use. Every half an hour. 1 Euro return."
🚶♀️ Pedestrian & Bike Friendly
Perfect for foot passengers and cyclists! Cars use a different ferry. :athletic_shoe:
💰 Super Affordable Fares
Expect around 1 Euro for a round trip. Incredible value for the experience! 💶
Quick Facts
Rating
4.8 · 2,179 reviews
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
The Scenic Ferry Ride
Klaipėda to Smiltynė
A swift, 5-minute journey offering coastal views and a refreshing sea breeze.
Smiltynė's Coastal Charm
Smiltynė side
The starting point for exploring the Curonian Spit's beaches and dunes.
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Planning Your Visit
Ferry to Smiltynė: Your Gateway to the Curonian Spit
Timing Your Visit for a Smooth Crossing
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Tips for visiting Klapeida
Hey there! I will visit Klapeida in July this year (by DFDS Ferry but without a car) and will stay for roughly two days. Researching the city I found the obvious tourist activities like the sea museum (and I will probably visit these). However I was wondering if there are…
🚶♀️ Pedestrian & Bike Friendly
Perfect for foot passengers and cyclists! Cars use a different ferry. :athletic_shoe:
💰 Super Affordable Fares
Expect around 1 Euro for a round trip. Incredible value for the experience! 💶
Curonian Spit - recommended route for cyclists?
Hey, bros. A Latvian here. I've been hoping for a trip with my bike to Curonian Spit next summer. I'll be there just for one day tho, so I could use some ideas to better plan my route, to enjoy as much of it as I can. Help me out? :) I'd prefer paved roads to make it an…
Studying Abroad in Lithuania
Hello all! I’m a college student from the US, and later this year I’ll be studying in Klaipeda for several months. I’m pretty excited, but I was hoping to get any tips? Any places that I should visit during my time there? Any tips for things I should avoid during my time?…
⏱️ Quick & On Time
The ride is only 5 minutes and ferries are punctual. :stopwatch:
🍽️ Dining Options Nearby
A popular restaurant, 'Meat Lovers', is located at the Klaipėda terminal. 🍴
Neringa to Klaipeda bike
Hi all, I will be spending a week in Lithuania on vacation without a car and planning to stay 2 nights in Klaipeda. I would like to rent a bike and cycle through Curonian Spit from Neringa. Are there options to 1) rent a bike probably on Sunday and 2) to transport myself with…
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🚶♀️ Pedestrian & Bike Friendly
Perfect for foot passengers and cyclists! Cars use a different ferry. :athletic_shoe:
💰 Super Affordable Fares
Expect around 1 Euro for a round trip. Incredible value for the experience! 💶
⏱️ Quick & On Time
The ride is only 5 minutes and ferries are punctual. :stopwatch:
🍽️ Dining Options Nearby
A popular restaurant, 'Meat Lovers', is located at the Klaipėda terminal. 🍴
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Visitors praise the Old Ferry Terminal Smiltynė for its swift, punctual, and incredibly affordable passenger ferry service, which serves as the perfect gateway to the Curonian Spit. The short, scenic ride is a highlight, though some note it's a bit of a walk from the Smiltynė terminal to key attractions.
"This is old ferry terminal of Klaipeda. Only people and bicycle riders are allowed to use this ferry. Ferry is always on time. To buy ticket self service and counter both are available. Ticket price for up and down trip both in one ticket. In ferry Terminal has one of the most popular restaurant of Klaipeda “Meat lovers”. It’s very near to Klaipeda city centre."
Nur Muhammad
"The ferry terminal in Smiltynė offers a swift and convenient way to cross to Klaipeda. The ferry ride itself is impressively quick, making it an efficient mode of transportation between the two points."
Laimonas Guiga
"Excellent service. Easy to use. Every half an hour. 1 Euro return."
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Frequently Asked Questions
🚇 🗺️ Getting There
The Old Ferry Terminal in Smiltynė is actually the terminal on the Klaipėda side that serves Smiltynė. It's easily accessible from Klaipėda city center. The ferry itself is the mode of transport to Smiltynė, which is the gateway to the Curonian Spit.
Yes, the Klaipėda terminal is very close to the city center and public transport routes. The ferry is a public transport link to Smiltynė.
No, this specific terminal and ferry are for pedestrians and cyclists only. Cars use a separate, larger car ferry service.
The ferry crossing is remarkably quick, taking only about 5 minutes.
Ferries operate frequently, typically departing every half hour, ensuring minimal waiting times.
🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry
Tickets are very affordable, with round-trip options costing around 1 to 1.30 Euros. Both self-service kiosks and counters are available for purchase. +1
Tickets are usually sold for a round trip, covering both the journey to Smiltynė and back to Klaipėda in one purchase.
While the fare is already very low, specific discounts for cyclists are not widely advertised, but the overall cost is minimal.
The ferry runs frequently throughout the day, typically every 30 minutes, from early morning until late evening. Specific hours can vary seasonally.
Information on advance online ticket purchases is limited; it's generally straightforward to buy tickets upon arrival at the terminal.
🎫 🧭 Onsite Experience
Smiltynė is the gateway to the Curonian Spit National Park. From here, you can access beautiful beaches, sand dunes, and walking trails.
It's a bit of a walk from the pedestrian ferry to the main attractions on the Smiltynė side, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
The Klaipėda terminal has a popular restaurant ('Meat Lovers'). Facilities on the Smiltynė side are more basic, geared towards accessing the national park.
Absolutely! It's an ideal starting point for cyclists looking to explore the paved roads of the Curonian Spit.
Many visitors rent bikes in Klaipėda or Smiltynė to explore the spit's trails and scenic routes.
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