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Køge → Rønne (Bornholm)

The Køge–Rønne ferry is the all-Danish route to Bornholm, avoiding Sweden entirely, which matters for travellers with pets, dangerous goods or no wish to cross the Øresund Bridge. It is slower than the Ystad fast ferry, at about five and a half hours.

⏱ About 5h 30m🚢 1 operator📅 One departure a day from each port🚗 Vehicles accepted🐕 Pet friendly

Køge to Rønne (Bornholm) ferry at a glance

The ferry from Køge to Rønne (Bornholm) takes About 5h 30m across the Baltic Sea, operated by Bornholmslinjen. Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: one departure a day from each port.

Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-09-29.

Sources: molslinjen.dk · bornholmslinjen.com · bornholmslinjen.dk · How we verify

Return crossing: Rønne (Bornholm) to Køge

Bornholmslinjen also sails Rønne (Bornholm) to Køge, taking About 5h 30m. One daily sailing from Rønne back to Køge.

Køge to Rønne (Bornholm) ferry timetable & sailing pattern

One departure a day from Køge and one from Rønne

Return: One daily sailing from Rønne back to Køge.

Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.

Official Bornholmslinjen timetable →

Source: Bornholmslinjen Køge–Rønne page. Verified 2026-09-29.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Køge and Rønne (Bornholm)

📐 88 Nautical Miles
Køge⇄Rønne (Bornholm)
⏱ About 5h 30m · 📐 88 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
BornholmslinjenAbout 5h 30mBornholmslinjen freight and passenger ferry

Route Features

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Vehicles

Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted

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Foot Passengers

Walk-on passengers welcome

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Pets

Pets allowed with valid documents

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Distance

88 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • The Køge terminal is at Baltic Kaj 1, 4600 Køge
  • In Rønne, cars for Køge check in at Tysklandsvej; foot passengers use Dampskibskajen 5
  • Foot passengers must check in at least 15 minutes before departure

Related Ferry Crossings

Onward from Rønne (Bornholm)Ystad → Rønne (Bornholm)About 1h 20m · BornholmslinjenOnward from Rønne (Bornholm)Sassnitz (Rügen) → Rønne (Bornholm)About 3h 20m · BornholmslinjenNearby alternative crossingSpodsbjerg → TårsAbout 45m · Langelandslinjen (Molslinjen)Nearby alternative crossingKalundborg → Samsø1h 20m – 1h 30m · Samsølinjen (Molslinjen)Nearby alternative crossingEbeltoft → OddenAbout 1h 15m · MolslinjenNearby alternative crossingAarhus → Odden1h 20m – 1h 30m · Molslinjen
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the ferry from Køge to Rønne (Bornholm)?
The crossing typically takes About 5h 30m. Actual times vary by vessel, season and sea conditions, so check the timetable for your sailing.
How often does the Køge to Rønne (Bornholm) ferry sail?
One departure a day from Køge and one from Rønne. This is the pattern published in the Bornholmslinjen Køge–Rønne page (checked 2026-09-29); confirm exact departure times on the official timetable before you travel.
Which ferry companies sail from Køge to Rønne (Bornholm)?
Bornholmslinjen operates this route. Compare sailing times and ticket types before booking, as they often differ between operators.
Can I take my car on the Køge to Rønne (Bornholm) ferry?
Yes. Vehicles are carried on this route. Book vehicle space in advance for peak dates, and check the operator’s height, length and trailer limits for campervans and larger vehicles.
Can I take the Køge to Rønne (Bornholm) ferry as a foot passenger?
Yes. Foot passengers can travel on this route. Allow time to reach the passenger terminal and check the operator’s check-in closing time.
Are dogs and pets allowed on the Køge to Rønne (Bornholm) ferry?
Pets are accepted on this route, subject to the operator’s rules (for example staying in the vehicle, kennels or pet-friendly cabins). International crossings also require the correct pet travel documents.
How far is Køge from Rønne (Bornholm) by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 88 nautical miles (roughly 163 km).