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Muzeum II Wojny Światowej
A major museum on the history of the Second World War, with extensive exhibitions that place Gdańsk in a wider European context.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Szczecin to Gdańsk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Szczecin to Gdańsk will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 3 trains from Szczecin to Gdańsk, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 287 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Trains from Szczecin to Gdańsk run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:03, the last at 19:41. The fastest train covers the 287 km distance in 4h 27m.
Distance 287 km |
Average train duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 27m |
First train 2:03 |
Last train 19:41 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Szczecin to Gdańsk trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC 8106 | 10:52 Szczecin Główny | 5h09 | 16:01 Gdańsk Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 85104 | 14:04 Szczecin Główny | 4h39 | 18:43 Gdańsk Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 85102 | 16:06 Szczecin Główny | 4h46 | 20:52 Gdańsk Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
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IC 85108 | 4:05 Szczecin Główny | 4h40 | 8:45 Gdańsk Główny | 0 changesdirect | |
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A major museum on the history of the Second World War, with extensive exhibitions that place Gdańsk in a wider European context.
Immersive museum tracing the Solidarity movement and the fall of communism, set beside the historic shipyard gates.
Museum in the birthplace of astronomer Johannes Hevelius, presenting Gdańsk’s science, interiors and patrician life.
The city’s most famous promenade, lined with grand townhouses, fountains and landmarks that capture historic Gdańsk.
Historic street forming part of the Royal Route, ideal for strolling past ornate façades, gates and small local shops.
Pedestrian bridge and riverside walkway with broad views of the Motława, the Main Town skyline and passing boats.
A rich fish soup from the Baltic coast, usually made with local fish and vegetables. It is a classic dish in Tri-City seafood restaurants.
Pan-fried Baltic herring, often served marinated, in cream, or with onions. Herring has long been central to Gdańsk and Pomeranian cooking.
Smoked Baltic fish such as sprat, mackerel, or salmon. Smoking is a traditional coastal preservation method and a staple local flavour.
Elegant restaurant focused on modern Polish cooking and seafood, with a refined but relaxed atmosphere near the old centre.
Casual venue specialising in pierogi with varied fillings. Popular for a quick, reliable taste of Polish comfort food.
Long-running traditional restaurant in the Main Town, serving Polish and Kashubian dishes in a cosy period interior.
More affordable than many major European city breaks. Dining, local transport and many hotels are reasonably priced, though Old Town stays cost more in peak summer.
Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. In restaurants, 10% is common for good service. Round up in cafés and taxis, or add a small tip if service was helpful.
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Most Szczecin to Gdańsk trains use the Szczecin Główny to Gdańsk Główny station pair. Use this guide to compare Szczecin and Gdańsk train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Szczecin Główny is 1 km from Szczecin city centre. Public transport options include:
Szczecin Główny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restauracja Wyszak, Restauracja Na Kuncu Korytarza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Szczecin Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Szczecin Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Szczecin Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Szczecin Główny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Szczecin Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Szczecin Centrum, Hotel Focus Szczecin, Ibis Szczecin Centrum.
Szczecin Dąbie is 8 km from Szczecin city centre. Public transport options include:
Szczecin Dąbie has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Szczecin Dąbie.
ATMs are available at Szczecin Dąbie.
Available at Szczecin Dąbie: WC.
Available at Szczecin Dąbie: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Szczecin Dąbie.
Gdańsk Główny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pierogarnia Mandu Centrum, Restauracja Gvara
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Gdańsk Stare Miasto, Scandic Gdańsk, Hotel Wolne Miasto.
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