Enjoy comfort and fast travel with Megastar
Sail the Baltic Sea between Helsinki and Tallinn on Megastar, a fast and modern Tallink Shuttle ship known for its excellent amenities, reliability, and quick transit. Enjoy a seamless journey with flexible seating options, tasty dining choices, and a tax-free shopping experience
Fast and eco-friendly transit
Flexible seating options
Diverse dining choices
Effortless travel with a vehicle
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Megastar offers a swift and comfortable crossing between Helsinki and Tallinn, combining speed with modern design and convenience. This eco-friendly vessel provides an exceptional onboard experience, with multiple seating areas, diverse dining options, and extensive shopping. Ideal for both leisure and business travellers, Megastar ensures that every journey across the Baltic is enjoyable and hassle-free.
Megastar cabins
A-Standard Sea view
Comfortable cabins (8 m²) on deck 10 for max. 5 travellers: up to 4 adults and either 1 child without own bed (0–5 yrs) or 1 child (0–2 yrs) in baby bed.
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B-Standard Inside
Comfortable cabins (8 m²) on deck 10 for max. 5 travellers: up to 4 adults and either 1 child without own bed (0–5 yrs) or 1 child (0–2 yrs) in baby bed.
Some B-Standard Inside cabins are pet-friendly (with drinking bowl). If all regular B-Standard Inside cabins are sold out, the passenger will be assigned an accessible cabin.
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Accessible B-Standard Inside
Comfortable accessible cabins (9 m²) on deck 10 for max. 3 travellers: up to 2 adults and either 1 child without own bed (0–5 yrs) or 1 child (0–2 yrs) in baby bed.
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A complete onboard experience
What to do on Megastar
Megastar combines efficiency with a well-thought-out onboard experience. With its range of amenities, from spacious seating zones to diverse dining choices and shopping opportunities, Megastar offers comfort and convenience for all travellers. The ship’s eco-conscious design aligns with contemporary travel values, providing a journey that is as considerate to the environment as it is enjoyable for passengers.
| Luggage storage | Deck 8, 2 € per bag or coat (one-way). Open 30 mins before departure and arrival, closed during journey. Both cash and card payments allowed. |
| Lockers | Deck 9 Sitting lounge and on deck 8 opposite the luggage storage. Small locker 2 € a trip, medium locker 3 € a trip. Cash payments only. |
| Medical services | Available via info desk |
| Information desk | Deck 8, general assistance |
| Hot water | Available at Sitting Lounge, also in restaurants at decks 8 and 9 for 0.50 € a cup |
| Vending machines | One Coca-Cola machine (coin-operated) and another vending machine for water and other drinks (accepts cards and coins) |
| Hair dryers | Not available |
| Iron rental | Not available |
| Mailbox | Not available |
| Pram rentals | Not available |
| Wheelchairs | Limited availabilty, contact info desk |
| Changing table | Deck 8 in the women’s restroom and on deck 9 near Fast Lane and in the playroom |
| Charging lockers for electronic devices | Deck 8 Lobby Shop |
| ATM | Not available |
| Cash payments | Cash and card payments accepted |
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Frequently asked questions
- Are towels and bed linen provided in the cabins?Are towels and bed linen provided in the cabins?
Yes, all cabins come with towels and bed linen – no need to bring your own.
- Can I choose the cabin before the trip?Can I choose the cabin before the trip?
No, unfortunately, it's not possible to choose the cabin location. Cabin assignments are made automatically based on availability and cabin type.
- Are tours to the ship’s bridge organized?Are tours to the ship’s bridge organized?
No, for safety and security reasons, visits to the captain’s bridge are not available.
- Is there currency exchange available onboard?Is there currency exchange available onboard?
No, there are no currency exchange services on board the ship. Please prepare your currency in advance.
- Can I order a baby bed or safety rails for my child in the cabin?Can I order a baby bed or safety rails for my child in the cabin?
Yes! You can request a baby bed, potty, and bed rail free of charge. Availability depends on the cabin type and size, so check the details of your selected cabin. We recommend booking these extras along with your ticket or by contacting our Customer Service. Onboard, you can ask at the Information desk – but do let us know in advance, at least 24 hours before your trip, as supply is limited.
- Is the cabin available for the entire duration of the cruise?Is the cabin available for the entire duration of the cruise?
Yes – your cabin remains yours for the entire cruise, from departure to return. You can use it even while the ship is docked in the destination port.
Please note: on the final morning, when the ship arrives back at the original departure port, you must vacate the cabin immediately upon arrival.
- Is WiFi available in the cabins?Is WiFi available in the cabins?
WiFi is available in Deluxe and Suite cabins. It’s also accessible in the ship’s public areas. Read more about the WiFi service at onboard internet connection page.
- How wide are the cabin corridors?How wide are the cabin corridors?
Megastar: ~103 cm
Victoria I: ~115 cm
Baltic Queen:
- Deck 5 midship corridor: ~135 cm
- Deck 8 corridor: ~120 cm
Silja Serenade & Silja Symphony: Vary between 90–110 cm
Baltic Princess:
- Standard corridors: ~90 cm
Please note that corridor widths are not uniform across all decks and cabins; these figures represent the narrowest measured areas.
- Is smoking allowed onboard?Is smoking allowed onboard?
Smoking is only permitted in designated smoking areas. It is strictly prohibited to smoke on closed cabin balconies. The same rules apply to electronic cigarettes.
- Are there power sockets in the cabins?Are there power sockets in the cabins?
Yes, all cabins are equipped with power sockets. However, the location of the sockets—especially near sleeping areas—varies by ship and cabin type:
- Baltic Queen: Available in Suite and Executive cabins. Other cabin types can request an extension cord free of charge from the Information desk.
- Silja Serenade: Most cabins have sockets positioned between the beds. If not, extension cords can be borrowed (with a deposit of €20).
- Silja Symphony: Sockets typically between beds; extension cords can be borrowed free of charge.
- Baltic Princess: Sockets are not located near sleeping areas in most cabins. Extension cords can be borrowed with a €20 deposit.
- Victoria I: Sockets are located away from beds. Extension cords are available free of charge.
- MyStar: Available in Suites and A-Standard Sea view cabins for 2 passengers. A-Standard Sea view 4-person cabins have USB ports at upper berths and standard sockets at lower ones.
- Megastar: Conveniently placed sockets in all cabin types.
If access to a socket near your bed is important (e.g., for charging or medical devices), we recommend requesting an extension cord early from the Information desk, as availability is limited.
- What is the voltage in the cabin sockets?What is the voltage in the cabin sockets?
The voltage in all cabin sockets is 230 V, which is the standard in Finland, Sweden, and Estonia. If you're travelling from a country with a different voltage or plug type, don’t forget to bring an adapter.