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Port guide: compare transport from Visby

Visby, Sweden 39 transport option(s) compared
75 min Recommended return before ship
Port exit : Easy

Visby

Port call at Visby (Sweden). Leaving the port is straightforward and the town centre is walkable from the pier. The cheapest option, Walk to Visby Ferry Terminal, is free, and the fastest takes around 10 min. A ship shuttle is also available, at around 20,00 €.

The medieval capital of the island of Gotland, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Terminal in the port of Visby, medieval ramparts 500 metres away. Very popular in summer.

Visby Cruise Terminal – Gotland
Cheapest option Free Walk to Visby Ferry Terminal
Fastest option 10 min Shuttle cruise to the old town
Simplest option Walk to Visby Ferry Terminal Very simple
Ship shuttle 20,00 € Please contact the company for further information.

Practical tips

  • Walk along the medieval ramparts from the harbour
  • Taxis available
  • Local bus service to the rest of the island
  • Bike hire recommended

Warnings

  • Very busy in July and August
  • Visby can get crowded when there are several ships in port
  • Limited public transport to outlying sites

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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 20,00 €

Please contact the company for further information.

Recommended local alternative Walk to Visby Ferry Terminal

Free - 12 min - free

Access to the regular ferry to the mainland

Filter transport options

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

Transport options

39 option(s) shown for Visby

Walk to Visby Ferry Terminal

Visby Ferry Terminal / Destination Gotland

Walk Station / airport
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Access to the regular ferry to the mainland

Attention point

Not particularly useful for a standard cruise stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Useful for ferry connection or transport information

Source : Destination Gotland: https://www.destinationgotland.se/ | Gotlandsbolaget Destination Gotland: https://gotlandsbolaget.se/en/operations/destination-gotland/

Shuttle cruise to the old town

Söderport / old town shuttle stop

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency Cruise days, depending on ship or operator
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Easiest option to avoid walking from the terminal

Attention point

Depends on the ship, port or local operator

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check on board or at the dock if there is a free or paid shuttle

Source : Visby Shuttle: https://visbyshuttle.online/ | CruiseSheet Visby: https://cruisesheet.com/port/visby

Shuttle cruise to Stora Torget

Stora Torget / historic centre

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency cruise days, depending on local organisation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Avoid the climb and cobblestones from the port

Attention point

Price and exact stop vary depending on the stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; confirm the drop-off and pick-up point before leaving the shuttle

Source : Visby Shuttle: https://visbyshuttle.online/ | CruiseBaltic Visby: https://www.cruisebaltic.com/destinations/sweden/visby-gotland

Taxi to Stora Torget

Stora Torget / historic centre

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency available at the terminal or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Very convenient to reach the heart of the old town

Attention point

Not necessary if you walk easily

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Useful for reduced mobility or bad weather

Source : Taxi Gotland: https://taxigotland.se/ | Visit Sweden Visby: https://visitsweden.com/where-to-go/southern-sweden/gotland/visby/

Taxi to Visby Cathedral

Visby Cathedral / Sankt Maria

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency available at the terminal or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Quick access to the top of the old town

Attention point

Cost for a short distance

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Good choice if you want to avoid the climb

Source : Taxi Gotland: https://taxigotland.se/ | UNESCO Visby: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/731/

Taxi to Kneippbyn

Kneippbyn resort / Pippi area

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency available or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Fast family option close to the port

Attention point

Depends on seasonal opening

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check tickets and timetables before departure

Source : Kneippbyn: https://kneippbyn.se/ | Taxi Gotland: https://taxigotland.se/

Taxi to Botanical Garden

Botaniska Trädgården

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 30,00 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency available at the terminal or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Avoid a long walk to the north of the Old Town

Attention point

More expensive than walking or commuting

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Ideal to start in the north and then walk back down

Source : Taxi Gotland: https://taxigotland.se/ | Visit Sweden Visby: https://visitsweden.com/where-to-go/southern-sweden/gotland/visby/

Taxi to Visby Airport

Visby Airport

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 30,00 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency available or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer to the local airport

Attention point

More expensive than the bus if available

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct journey from A to B; book in advance if your flight is imminent

Source : Swedavia Visby Airport: https://www.swedavia.com/visby/ | Taxi Gotland: https://taxigotland.se/

Walk to the South Gate of the Old Town

Söderport / Visby city wall

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency free
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Free and direct access to the medieval town

Attention point

Sensitive distance for reduced mobility

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route from the cruise terminal to Söderport; Bring comfortable shoes

Source : CruiseBaltic Visby: https://www.cruisebaltic.com/destinations/sweden/visby-gotland | CMP Visby: https://www.cmport.com/terminals/visby/

Walk to Gotlands Museum

Gotlands Museum

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency free
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Main museum to understand Gotland and Visby

Attention point

Times and tickets to check

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Highly relevant cultural option from the port

Source : Gotlands Museum: https://www.gotlandsmuseum.se/ | Visit Gotland cruise: https://gotland.com/om-gotland-com/in-english/

Walk to Almedalen

Almedalen park

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency free
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Pleasant central park between the port and the old town

Attention point

Very busy in season and during events

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Good break point before the old town

Source : Visit Sweden Visby: https://visitsweden.com/where-to-go/southern-sweden/gotland/visby/ | Visit Gotland: https://gotland.com/

Walk to Stora Torget

Stora Torget / historic centre

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 28 min
Frequency free
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Joins the lively heart of Visby, cafes, ruins and medieval streets

Attention point

Paved and sometimes sloping route

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; enter via Söderport and then join Stora Torget

Source : Visit Sweden Visby: https://visitsweden.com/where-to-go/southern-sweden/gotland/visby/ | Visit Gotland cruise: https://gotland.com/om-gotland-com/in-english/

Walk to Visby Cathedral

Visby Cathedral / Sankt Maria

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 32 min
Frequency free
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Major cathedral in the heart of the UNESCO city

Attention point

Distance and cobblestones from the terminal

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check opening hours if you want an interior visit

Source : Visit Sweden Visby: https://visitsweden.com/where-to-go/southern-sweden/gotland/visby/ | UNESCO Visby: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/731/

Local bus to Visby bus station

Visby busstation

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 3,00 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency frequent times Region Gotland
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Allows you to reach regional buses without a long walk

Attention point

Exact stop to be checked on the day of the stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; check the local line in the Region Gotland app

Source : Region Gotland kollektivtrafik: https://www.gotland.se/kollektivtrafiken | Moovit Visby centrum: https://moovitapp.com/index/en/public_transit-Visby_centrum-Stockholm-site_169972642-1083

Bus to Kneippbyn

Kneippbyn resort / Pippi area

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency seasonal, Region Gotland schedules to check
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Family option close to the port and town

Attention point

Depends on the opening hours and opening of the park

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check Kneippbyn opening before departure

Source : Kneippbyn: https://kneippbyn.se/ | Region Gotland kollektivtrafik: https://www.gotland.se/kollektivtrafiken

Bus to Visby Airport

Visby Airport

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 5,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency Seasonal or local schedules to check
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

An affordable option to the local airport

Attention point

Variable schedules and modified airport bus from 2026

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check the active offer on the day before a flight

Source : Flygbussarna Visby: https://www.flygbussarna.se/en/visby | Swedavia Visby Airport: https://www.swedavia.com/visby/

Private VTC to Stora Torget

Stora Torget / historic centre

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency on request or by private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Flexible to reach the old town directly

Attention point

Limited local offer, often equivalent to a taxi

Accessibility : Good

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

Source : Taxi Gotland: https://taxigotland.se/ | Visit Sweden Visby: https://visitsweden.com/where-to-go/southern-sweden/gotland/visby/

Private Driver to Visby Airport

Visby Airport

Private car (VTC) Station / airport
Estimated cost 35,00 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency by private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Personalised airport transfer

Attention point

Local availability to anticipate

Accessibility : Good

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

Source : Swedavia Visby Airport: https://www.swedavia.com/visby/ | Taxi Gotland: https://taxigotland.se/

Taxi to Högklint viewpoint

Högklint viewpoint

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 40,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency available or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Spectacular viewpoint close to Visby on the sea and the cliffs

Attention point

Weather and wind

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Plan photo stop and confirmed return

Source : Visit Gotland: https://gotland.com/ | Taxi Gotland: https://taxigotland.se/

Walk to Visby bus station

Visby busstation

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

Access to buses to the airport, Tofta, Lummelunda and Inner Gotland

Attention point

Long distance with luggage or reduced mobility

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Prefer shuttle/taxi if the timing is tight

Source : Region Gotland kollektivtrafik: https://www.gotland.se/kollektivtrafiken | Visit Gotland transport: https://gotland.com/

Walk to Botanical Garden

Botaniska Trädgården

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 40 min
Frequency free
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Very nice garden close to the north wall of Visby

Attention point

Further from the cruise terminal

Accessibility : moyenne, vieille ville et rues pavées

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Allow time to return or return by taxi if tired

Source : Visit Sweden Visby: https://visitsweden.com/where-to-go/southern-sweden/gotland/visby/ | TripAdvisor Visby attractions: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g202560-Activities-Visby_Gotland.html

Bus to Tofta Beach

Tofta Beach

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 6,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency seasonal, Region Gotland schedules to check
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Public access to one of Gotland's most popular beaches

Attention point

Limited hours out of season and return to secure

Accessibility : moyenne, départ busstation

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; check return journey times before departure

Source : Region Gotland kollektivtrafik: https://www.gotland.se/kollektivtrafiken | Visit Gotland: https://gotland.com/

Bus to Lummelunda Cave

Lummelunda Cave

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 6,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency seasonal, Region Gotland schedules to check
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Public option to a major natural attraction

Attention point

Timetables and return to be checked carefully

Accessibility : moyenne, arrêt et marche finale possibles

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; confirm the exact stop Lummelunda and the return time

Source : Lummelunda Cave: https://www.lummelundagrottan.se/ | Region Gotland kollektivtrafik: https://www.gotland.se/kollektivtrafiken

Bus to Roma Kungsgård

Roma Kungsgård / Roma Abbey area

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 6,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency regular according to the hours Region Gotland
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Inland island tour, heritage and abbey ruins

Attention point

Less of a priority than a first visit to Visby

Accessibility : moyenne, départ busstation

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check opening hours and opening of the site

Source : Visit Gotland: https://gotland.com/ | Region Gotland kollektivtrafik: https://www.gotland.se/kollektivtrafiken

Taxi to Tofta Beach

Tofta Beach

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 65,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency available or by reservation (recommended)
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Flexible access to a large, well-known beach in Gotland

Attention point

Return to be arranged if taxis limited

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; reserve the pick-up time if short stopover

Source : Visit Gotland: https://gotland.com/ | Taxi Gotland: https://taxigotland.se/

Private VTC to Tofta Beach

Tofta Beach

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 70,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency by private booking
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Flexible for out-of-group beach outing

Attention point

Reservation required on cruise days

Accessibility : moyenne, retour à organiser

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; confirm pick-up time before departure

Source : Visit Gotland: https://gotland.com/ | Taxi Gotland: https://taxigotland.se/

Taxi to Lummelunda Cave

Lummelunda Cave

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 75,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency available or by reservation
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Easy access to a major natural attraction

Attention point

Return to arrange and tickets to check

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book return if extended stop

Source : Lummelunda Cave: https://www.lummelundagrottan.se/ | Taxi Gotland: https://taxigotland.se/

Private VTC to Lummelunda Cave

Lummelunda Cave

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 80,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency by private booking
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Flexible excursion to a major cave in Gotland

Attention point

Higher cost than public bus

Accessibility : moyenne, retour à sécuriser

Practical tip : Direct journey from A to B; book a return ticket before your stopover

Source : Lummelunda Cave: https://www.lummelundagrottan.se/ | Taxi Gotland: https://taxigotland.se/

Taxi to Roma Kungsgård

Roma Kungsgård / Roma Abbey area

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 80,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency booking recommended
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Realistic historical and rural tour from Visby

Attention point

Less unmissable than a first visit to Visby

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check site hours and return

Source : Visit Gotland: https://gotland.com/ | Taxi Gotland: https://taxigotland.se/

Bus to Slite

Slite centre

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 8,00 €
Estimated duration 55 min
Frequency Region Gotland timetables to check
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Allows you to reach the east coast of Gotland by public transport

Attention point

A long journey for a short stopover

Accessibility : moyenne, trajet régional

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check the round trip before departure

Source : Region Gotland kollektivtrafik: https://www.gotland.se/kollektivtrafiken | Visit Gotland: https://gotland.com/

Ferry Destination Gotland to Oskarshamn

Oskarshamn ferry terminal

Public shuttle Station / airport
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 180 min
Frequency according to timetable Destination Gotland
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Direct connection to the Swedish mainland on the Småland side

Attention point

Use transfer, not short excursion

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check timetables and land connections

Source : Destination Gotland: https://www.destinationgotland.se/ | Gotlandsbolaget Destination Gotland: https://gotlandsbolaget.se/en/operations/destination-gotland/

Ferry Destination Gotland to Nynäshamn

Nynäshamn ferry terminal

Public shuttle Station / airport
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 195 min
Frequency according to timetable Destination Gotland
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Main link to the Stockholm area

Attention point

Not very suitable for a cruise stopover, rather pre/post-cruise transfer

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check ferry timetables and margin before connecting

Source : Destination Gotland: https://www.destinationgotland.se/ | Gotlandsbolaget Destination Gotland: https://gotlandsbolaget.se/en/operations/destination-gotland/

Taxi to Slite

Slite centre

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 130,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency booking recommended
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Direct access to the east coast of Gotland

Attention point

Long drive for varying tourist interest

Accessibility : moyenne, trajet vers côte est

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book return if extended stop

Source : Visit Gotland: https://gotland.com/ | Taxi Gotland: https://taxigotland.se/

Taxi to Fårö ferry area

Fårösund ferry area

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 220,00 €
Estimated duration 80 min
Frequency Private bookings recommended
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Allows you to get up close to Fårö and the rauk landscapes

Attention point

Very long for a short stopover, ferry to Fårö to integrate

Accessibility : moyenne, long trajet nord

Practical tip : Direct A-B route to Fårösund; arrange the return and crossing to Fårö if planned

Source : Visit Gotland: https://gotland.com/ | Region Gotland kollektivtrafik: https://www.gotland.se/kollektivtrafiken

Private Driver to Fårösund

Fårösund ferry area

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 230,00 €
Estimated duration 80 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Customized excursion to North Gotland and access to Fårö

Attention point

Very long and essential return

Accessibility : moyenne, long trajet nord

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; join the Fårö ferry if the tour continues to the island

Source : Visit Gotland: https://gotland.com/ | Taxi Gotland: https://taxigotland.se/

Bus to Fårösund

Fårösund ferry area

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 12,00 €
Estimated duration 90 min
Frequency limited, Region Gotland hours to check
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Public approach to the north of Gotland and Fårö

Attention point

Too long without a perfectly confirmed return

Accessibility : moyenne, long trajet régional

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; To be booked for long stopovers with secure schedules

Source : Region Gotland kollektivtrafik: https://www.gotland.se/kollektivtrafiken | Visit Gotland: https://gotland.com/

Taxi to Hoburgen

Hoburgen / south Gotland

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 300,00 €
Estimated duration 100 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Excursion to the southernmost part of Gotland and coastal landscapes

Attention point

Very long and unsuitable without long stopovers

Accessibility : moyenne, très long trajet sud

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book only with guaranteed return and high margin

Source : Visit Gotland: https://gotland.com/ | Taxi Gotland: https://taxigotland.se/

Private private private tour of South Gotland

Hoburgen / south Gotland

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 320,00 €
Estimated duration 100 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Allows for a personalised excursion to the wild south of Gotland

Attention point

Very expensive and not very suitable for short stopovers

Accessibility : moyenne, longue excursion

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book only with guaranteed return and large margin

Source : Visit Gotland: https://gotland.com/ | Visit Sweden Gotland: https://visitsweden.com/where-to-go/southern-sweden/gotland/

Taxi to Langhammars raukar

Langhammars raukar / Fårö

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 330,00 €
Estimated duration 120 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Fårö and Gotland Iconic Nature Spot

Attention point

Very long, expensive and depends on the Fårö route

Accessibility : moyenne, très longue excursion avec ferry

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

Source : Visit Sweden Gotland: https://visitsweden.com/where-to-go/southern-sweden/gotland/ | Visit Gotland: https://gotland.com/

Indicative data based on local sources and field estimates.