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Port guide: compare transport from Klaipeda

Klaipeda, Lithuania 37 transport option(s) compared
90 min Recommended return before ship
Port exit : Easy

Klaipeda

Port call at Klaipeda (Lithuania). Leaving the port is straightforward and the town centre is walkable from the pier. The cheapest option, Walk to Castle Museum, is free, and the fastest takes around 5 min. No ship shuttle has been reported for this port call.

Lithuania's only seaport. Terminal 1 km from the historic centre of Klaipeda. Curonian Peninsula (Neringa), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, accessible by ferry 5 minutes away.

Klaipeda Cruise Terminal
Cheapest option Free Walk to Castle Museum
Fastest option 5 min Taxi to Old Town
Simplest option Walk to Castle Museum Very simple
Ship shuttle Not available No comment.

Practical tips

  • Walking centre
  • Ferry to the Curonian Peninsula (5 min)
  • Taxis available
  • Local bus to the centre

Warnings

  • Curonian peninsula not to be missed but plan at least 2 hours
  • Few guides in English
  • City less known to cruise passengers

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Best option summary

By choosing your cruise line's official shuttle, you opt for complete peace of mind: even if it isn't the cheapest option, this transfer is treated as an excursion, which means the ship will wait for the shuttle before setting sail.

Ship shuttle Not available

No ship shuttle reported.

Recommended local alternative Walk to Castle Museum

Free - 8 min - free

Major historical site next to the port

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Choose whether you want to stay near the port, reach a connection, or go on a longer excursion.

Transport options

37 option(s) shown for Klaipeda

Walk to Castle Museum

Klaipeda Castle Museum

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Major historical site next to the port

Attention point

Times and tickets to check

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Very convenient for a short layover

Source : Klaipeda Travel: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/ | Lithuanian Sea Museum page: https://ljm.lt/eng

Walk to Theatre Square

Theatre Square / old town

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Fast track access to the historic heart of Klaipeda

Attention point

Very short, quickly visited if you only stay in the centre

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B travel from the cruise terminal to Theatre Square; Main option after disembarkation

Source : WhatsInPort Klaipeda: https://www.whatsinport.com/Klaipeda.htm | Klaipeda Travel: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/

Walk to Danė river embankment

Danė river embankment

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Nice urban walk to Meridianas and the centre

Attention point

Short visit

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Good route for walking between port, old town and centre

Source : Klaipeda Travel: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/ | Cruise Legend Klaipeda: https://cruiselegend.com/PortDetail.aspx?Pid=2595

Walk to Old Town

Klaipeda Old Town

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Simple discovery of ancient streets, cafes and sculptures

Attention point

Not much distance but cobblestones possible

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; combines with Theatre Square, Danė river and Castle Museum

Source : Klaipeda Travel: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/ | WhatsInPort Klaipeda: https://www.whatsinport.com/Klaipeda.htm

Walk to Meridianas ship

Meridianas sailing ship

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Iconic photo point on the Danė

Attention point

Can be visited in high season

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Easily combines with Theatre Square and Old Town

Source : Klaipeda Travel: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/ | Cruise Legend Klaipeda: https://cruiselegend.com/PortDetail.aspx?Pid=2595

Old Terminal Ferry to Smiltynė

Smiltynė Old Ferry pier

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 2,00 €
Estimated duration 7 min
Frequency frequent, half an hour in the hot season according to Klaipeda Travel
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Quick access to the Curonian Spit without a vehicle

Attention point

Don't go directly to the Maritime Museum, walk or train afterwards

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Pedestrian/Bicycle Ferry from Old Ferry Terminal

Source : Klaipeda Travel Ferries: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/ferries-to-smiltyne/ | Keltas timetable: https://keltas.lt/en/timetable/

Taxi to Old Town

Klaipeda Old Town

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency available at the terminal or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Practice with reduced mobility or rain

Attention point

Short distance, often preferable walking

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Useful only for immediate comfort

Source : WhatsInPort Klaipeda: https://www.whatsinport.com/Klaipeda.htm | Klaipeda Travel: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/

Taxi to Old Ferry Terminal

Old Ferry Terminal / Šiaurinis ragas

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 12,00 €
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency available at the terminal or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Quick access to the Smiltynė ferry if walking is avoided

Attention point

Not really necessary if you can walk

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; then plan for a ferry to Smiltynė

Source : Klaipeda Travel Ferries: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/ferries-to-smiltyne/ | Keltas timetable: https://keltas.lt/en/timetable/

Walk to Old Ferry Terminal

Old Ferry Terminal / Šiaurinis ragas

Walk Station / airport
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 18 min
Frequency free
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Pedestrian Ferry Access to Smiltynė, Maritime Museum and Curonian Spit

Attention point

Distance to the crossing

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check ferry timetables before heading to Smiltynė

Source : Klaipeda Travel Ferries: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/ferries-to-smiltyne/ | Keltas timetable: https://keltas.lt/en/timetable/

City bus to Klaipeda bus station

Klaipeda bus station

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 1,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency frequent according to KKT schedules
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Quickly reaches the regional bus hub

Attention point

Exact stop to be checked according to line and direction

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; use KKT or e.Ticket Klaipėda for timetables and tickets

Source : Klaipeda Travel public transport: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/public-transport-in-the-city/ | KKT tickets: https://bilietas.klaipedatransport.lt/

City bus to Klaipeda train station

Klaipeda train station

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 1,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency frequent according to KKT schedules
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Cost-effective connection to LTG Link trains

Attention point

May require a short final walk

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check line and stop in KKT before departure

Source : Klaipeda Travel public transport: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/public-transport-in-the-city/ | LTG Link: https://ltglink.lt/en

Ferry + Walk to Lithuanian Sea Museum

Lithuanian Sea Museum

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Frequent according to ferry and museum schedules
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Public access to the Maritime Museum and Dolphinarium without a taxi

Attention point

Final march or small paid train to be expected

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; the museum indicates about 1.8 km from the ferry on the Smiltynė side

Source : Lithuanian Sea Museum how to reach: https://muziejus.lt/en/how-reach-us | Klaipeda Travel Ferries: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/ferries-to-smiltyne/

Special Ferry to Dolphinarium

Lithuanian Sea Museum / Dolphinarium

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 5,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency seasonal, check opening hours
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Avoid part of the walk from Smiltynė

Attention point

Depends on special schedules

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check if the direct ferry to Museum/Dolphinarium is running on the day of the stopover

Source : Lithuanian Sea Museum FAQ: https://muziejus.lt/en/frequently-asked-questions | Klaipeda Travel Ferries: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/ferries-to-smiltyne/

Water bus Danė river

Danė river waterbus route

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 5,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency seasonal, check opening hours
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Original discovery of Klaipeda by water

Attention point

Seasonal service and limited itinerary

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; Check timetable and exact pier before departure

Source : Klaipeda Travel water bus: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/water-bus-timetable-fares-and-payment-methods/ | Klaipeda Travel: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/

VTC to Old Town

Klaipeda Old Town

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency on request, dynamic pricing
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Flexible and fast to reach the old town

Attention point

Dynamic prices possible on cruise days

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Confirm the meeting point at the terminal

Source : Bolt Klaipeda: https://bolt.eu/en/cities/klaipeda/ | Klaipeda Travel: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/

Taxi to Melnragė Beach

Melnragė Beach

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency available or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Quick access to the nearest beach on the north side

Attention point

Weather and wind

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Good choice for a short outing outside the centre

Source : Klaipeda Travel: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/ | Visit Lithuania: https://lithuania.travel/en/

Taxi to Palanga Airport

Palanga Airport

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency available or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer to the nearest airport

Attention point

More expensive than the regional bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; book if the flight is imminent

Source : Palanga Airport public transport: https://palanga-airport.lt/en/transportation/public-transport/ | JND airport transfers: https://www.jnd.lt/en/airport-transfers/shuttle-bus-to-palanga-airport/

Walk to Klaipeda bus station

Klaipeda bus station

Walk Station / airport
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency free
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Access to regional buses to Palanga, Nida, Kaunas, or Vilnius

Attention point

Long distance with luggage

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Taxi or local bus preferable if tight timing

Source : Autobusubilietai: https://www.autobusubilietai.lt/en | Klaipeda Travel public transport: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/public-transport-in-the-city/

Walk to Klaipeda train station

Klaipeda train station

Walk Station / airport
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency free
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Access to LTG Link trains to Vilnius and other cities

Attention point

Too long for some passengers from the terminal

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Prefer taxi if luggage or train connection

Source : LTG Link: https://ltglink.lt/en | Klaipeda Travel public transport: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/public-transport-in-the-city/

City Bus to New Ferry Terminal

New Ferry Terminal / Nemuno g. 8

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 1,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency frequent according to KKT schedules
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Alternative to join the vehicle ferry to Curonian Spit

Attention point

Less convenient on foot than the Old Ferry for cruise passengers

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Old Ferry Stays Easier for Pedestrians to Sea Museum

Source : Klaipeda Travel Ferries: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/ferries-to-smiltyne/ | Keltas timetable: https://keltas.lt/en/timetable/

Regional Bus to Palanga

Palanga centre / bridge area

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 5,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Frequent according to coach schedules
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Budget-friendly access to the resort of Palanga

Attention point

Return to be checked according to stopover schedule

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check timetables on Autobusubilietai or operator

Source : Autobusubilietai: https://www.autobusubilietai.lt/en | Visit Palanga: https://www.visit-palanga.lt/en/

Regional Bus to Palanga Airport

Palanga Airport

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 5,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency regular but schedules to check
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Economical option to the nearest airport to Klaipeda

Attention point

Requires going to the bus station first

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check Route Airport timetable before a flight

Source : Palanga Airport public transport: https://palanga-airport.lt/en/transportation/public-transport/ | Visit Palanga transport: https://www.visit-palanga.lt/en/how-to-get-there/transport-in-palanga/

Boat / excursion Curonian Lagoon

Curonian Lagoon sightseeing area

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 35,00 €
Estimated duration 90 min
Frequency seasonal, by reservation
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

View of the port, lagoon and Curonian Spit from the water

Attention point

Weather and availability to check

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; Actual route varies depending on operator

Source : GetYourGuide Klaipeda boat tours: https://www.getyourguide.com/klaipeda-l1013/cruises-boat-tours-tc48/ | Klaipeda Travel: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/

Taxi to Lithuanian Sea Museum

Lithuanian Sea Museum

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency available or by reservation, ferry to be integrated
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

More comfortable access to the Maritime Museum

Attention point

Ferry crossing and access to coordinate

Accessibility : moyenne, nécessite ferry ou route via New Ferry

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; check ferry and drop off on the Smiltynė side

Source : Lithuanian Sea Museum how to reach: https://muziejus.lt/en/how-reach-us | Klaipeda Travel Ferries: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/ferries-to-smiltyne/

VTC to Palanga Airport

Palanga Airport

Private car (VTC) Station / airport
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency on request or by private booking
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Direct transfer with price displayed

Attention point

Availability and prices vary

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; book if your flight schedule is tight

Source : Bolt Klaipeda: https://bolt.eu/en/cities/klaipeda/ | Palanga Airport: https://palanga-airport.lt/en/

Private Driver to Lithuanian Sea Museum

Lithuanian Sea Museum

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 50,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency on request or by private booking
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

More comfortable to reach Smiltynė and the museum

Attention point

Ferry coordination and return necessary

Accessibility : moyenne, ferry à intégrer

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; check if the driver accepts the crossing or drop off at the Old Ferry

Source : Lithuanian Sea Museum how to reach: https://muziejus.lt/en/how-reach-us | Bolt Klaipeda: https://bolt.eu/en/cities/klaipeda/

Taxi to Palanga

Palanga centre / bridge area

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 55,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency available or by reservation
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Flexible access to the resort and pier

Attention point

Return to be organised if extended shutdown

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book return if stopover time limited

Source : Visit Palanga: https://www.visit-palanga.lt/en/ | Palanga Airport public transport: https://palanga-airport.lt/en/transportation/public-transport/

VTC to Palanga

Palanga centre / bridge area

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 60,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency on request or by private booking
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Flexible exit to resort and pier

Attention point

Return to organise, dynamic price possible

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check the price and return time before validation

Source : Bolt Klaipeda: https://bolt.eu/en/cities/klaipeda/ | Visit Palanga: https://www.visit-palanga.lt/en/

Taxi to Kretinga Winter Garden

Kretinga Museum / Winter Garden

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 65,00 €
Estimated duration 40 min
Frequency booking recommended
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Original Indoor Excursion to Museum and Winter Garden

Attention point

Less of a priority than a first visit from Curonian Spit

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; check opening times before setting off

Source : Kretinga Museum: https://www.kretingosmuziejus.lt/ | Lithuania Travel: https://lithuania.travel/en/

Regional bus to Juodkrantė

Juodkrantė

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 8,00 €
Estimated duration 60 min
Frequency limited, hours to check
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Public access to Juodkrantė and Hill of Witches

Attention point

Schedules and return to secure

Accessibility : moyenne, via ferry vers Curonian Spit

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check your connection and payment before departure

Source : Visit Neringa bus: https://www.visitneringa.com/en/information/arrival/bus/ | Klaipeda Travel Ferries: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/ferries-to-smiltyne/

Regional Bus to Nida

Nida bus station

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 12,00 €
Estimated duration 120 min
Frequency limited, hours to check
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Public option to the most famous village on the peninsula

Attention point

Too long without confirmed feedback

Accessibility : moyenne, trajet avec ferry vers Curonian Spit

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; check Neringa/Autobusubilietai timetable and return before departure

Source : Visit Neringa bus: https://www.visitneringa.com/en/information/arrival/bus/ | Autobusubilietai: https://www.autobusubilietai.lt/en

LTG train to Šiauliai

Šiauliai train station

Train Station / airport
Estimated cost 15,00 €
Estimated duration 135 min
Frequency LTG Link schedules to check
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Rail connection to Šiauliai and domestic connections

Attention point

Not suitable for a short stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check timetable and return before departure

Source : LTG Link: https://ltglink.lt/en | LTG timetables: https://ltglink.lt/en/timetables

Taxi to Juodkrantė

Juodkrantė / Hill of Witches

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 95,00 €
Estimated duration 60 min
Frequency Reservation recommended, ferry included to be arranged
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Flexible access to Juodkrantė and Hill of Witches

Attention point

High cost and ferry to integrate

Accessibility : moyenne, ferry et route de presqu’île

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; Check ferry, possible eco-tax and return

Source : Visit Neringa: https://www.visitneringa.com/en/ | Klaipeda Travel Ferries: https://klaipedatravel.lt/en/ferries-to-smiltyne/

Train LTG to Vilnius

Vilnius train station

Train Station / airport
Estimated cost 27,00 €
Estimated duration 260 min
Frequency several departures per day according to LTG Link
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Direct connection to the Lithuanian capital

Attention point

Too long for a typical stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Option especially pre/post cruise transfer

Source : LTG Link: https://ltglink.lt/en | LTG timetables: https://ltglink.lt/en/timetables

Taxi to Plokštinė Cold War Museum

Cold War Museum / Plokštinė

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 140,00 €
Estimated duration 90 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Strong and original historical museum in a former Soviet site

Attention point

Long, requires guaranteed hours and return

Accessibility : moyenne, longue excursion intérieure

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book only if the stopover is long

Source : Žemaitija National Park: https://zemaitijosnp.lt/en/ | Lithuania Travel: https://lithuania.travel/en/

Taxi to Nida

Nida / Parnidis Dune

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 160,00 €
Estimated duration 120 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Curonian Spit major site, dunes and fishing village

Attention point

Very long and expensive for a short stopover

Accessibility : moyenne, longue excursion avec ferry

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book only with long layover and guaranteed return

Source : Visit Neringa: https://www.visitneringa.com/en/ | DFDS Curonian Spit: https://www.dfds.com/en/passenger-ferries/destinations/lithuania/curonian-spit

VTC to Nida

Nida / Parnidis Dune

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 170,00 €
Estimated duration 120 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Private excursion to the Curonian Spit and Nida

Attention point

Very expensive and return essential

Accessibility : moyenne, longue excursion avec ferry

Practical tip : Direct journey from A to B; book only if there is a long stopover and a guaranteed return journey

Source : Visit Neringa: https://www.visitneringa.com/en/ | Bolt Klaipeda: https://bolt.eu/en/cities/klaipeda/

Indicative data based on local sources and field estimates.