Overview of Hellnäs Marina with harbour, pitches and Hellnäs bridge in Kaitsor, Vörå

UMEÅ – VAASA · HELLNÄS MARINA

Taking your motorhome on the Umeå–Vaasa ferry – your first night in Finland

The ferry between Umeå and Vaasa is the shortest crossing of the Gulf of Bothnia. About 45 km / 35 min from Vaasa city centre, 47 km from the Wasaline terminal, 3 km from Highway 8. At Hellnäs Marina you can use disposal facilities, fill up with fresh water, enjoy a sauna and dine by the sea.

Book your first night in Finland

Crossing with Wasaline

Wasaline operates Aurora Botnia year-round between Holmsund — the port of Umeå — and Vaasa. The crossing takes about 3.5–4 hours. Enter the correct vehicle dimensions when booking: length and height determine the vehicle category and fare. Find current timetables, prices and motorhome offers on Wasaline’s website.

Wasaline timetables and vehicle information

From the terminal to Hellnäs

About 45 km / 35 min from Vaasa city centre, 47 km from the Wasaline terminal, 3 km from Highway 8.

From the ferry terminal on Vaskiluoto, drive towards central Vaasa and join Highway 8 (E8) north towards Jakobstad and Kokkola. Turn towards Hellnäs/Österö at Kaitsor. After about 3 km you reach Hamnvägen 15, 66710 Kaitsor, Vörå. About 45 km / 35 min from Vaasa city centre, 47 km from the Wasaline terminal, 3 km from Highway 8.

Directions in Google Maps

Arriving late?

A suggested coastal itinerary

An idea for your journey along the Ostrobothnian coast.

01
Day 1 · Your first night by the sea
Take the ferry to Vaasa and continue to Hellnäs for a seafront overnight stop. Plan a sauna and dinner at Boathouse; check opening hours and book ahead.
02
Day 2 · The archipelago or head north
Explore the Kvarken Archipelago World Heritage Site via the Replot Bridge, or head north towards Nykarleby and Jakobstad.
03
Day 3 · Continue along the coast
Continue towards Kokkola and Oulu or turn south towards Vaasa. Choose stops to suit your time and interests.

Heading home to Sweden?

Hellnäs also makes a convenient last overnight stop before a morning ferry from Vaasa. About 45 km / 35 min from Vaasa city centre, 47 km from the Wasaline terminal, 3 km from Highway 8. Check the ferry’s current check-in deadline and allow plenty of time for the drive.