How to get to Szczecin from Gdańsk

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Compare train, coach and flight for Gdańsk to Szczecin

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gdańsk to Szczecin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a flight costs an average of £193.

Distance: 287 km

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£21

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£50

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£193

Average Price

£43

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(fuel + tolls)

6h 26m

Average total duration

5h 56m

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30m

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6h 0m

Average total duration

5h 30m

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30m

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4h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 19m

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2h 0m

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3h 52m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Gdańsk to Szczecin is a coach with an average price of £21.

This is compared to other travel options from Gdańsk to Szczecin:

A coach is £30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gdańsk to Szczecin costing on average £50.

A coach is £173 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gdańsk to Szczecin costing on average £193.

The fastest way to travel from Gdańsk to Szczecin is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Szczecin take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 0m.

Coach takes on average 6h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Gdańsk and Szczecin including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £43 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £22. The journey takes 5h 56m versus 3h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Gdańsk to Szczecin

How to get to Szczecin from Gdańsk by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Gdańsk to Szczecin is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    23:205h50
    Gdańsk, Dworzec Główny
    5:10Szczecin, Dworzec Autobusowy
    £161One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    23:205h50
    Gdańsk, Dworzec Główny
    5:10Szczecin, Dworzec Autobusowy
    £161One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3828 · LO3931
    5:352h35
    Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport
    8:10Szczecin Goleniow Airport
    £1411One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 1806
    12:275h20
    Gdańsk Główny
    17:47Szczecin Główny
    £501One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 58100
    4:465h20
    Gdańsk Główny
    10:06Szczecin Główny
    £501One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 58102
    7:035h24
    Gdańsk Główny
    12:27Szczecin Główny
    £501One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    18:506h00
    Gdańsk, Dworzec Główny
    0:50Szczecin, Dworzec Autobusowy
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:105h50
    Gdańsk, Dworzec Główny
    14:00Szczecin, Dworzec Autobusowy
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3832 · LO3933
    8:254h40
    Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport
    13:05Szczecin Goleniow Airport
    £1411One-way
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3838 · LO3935
    14:455h55
    Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport
    20:40Szczecin Goleniow Airport
    £1411One-way
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO3828 · LO3933
    5:357h30
    Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport
    13:05Szczecin Goleniow Airport
    £1411One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Szczecin by train

The most popular day trips by train from Szczecin are Berlin, Gorzów Wielkopolski, Koszalin, Świnoujście and Stargard. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Szczecin on Omio.

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Day trip from Szczecin to Świnoujście by train

Why visit Świnoujście for the day?

Świnoujście is a Baltic resort town on islands at Poland’s north-west edge, known for its wide beach and spa heritage. Its seaside promenades, harbour setting and old fortifications give it a calm maritime character.

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FAQs: Gdańsk to Szczecin

Travel to Szczecin easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Gdańsk to Szczecin.

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There are 3 options to travel between Gdańsk and Szczecin including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Gdańsk to Szczecin is a coach with an average price of £21.

This is compared to other travel options from Gdańsk to Szczecin:

A coach is £30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gdańsk to Szczecin costing on average £50.

A coach is £173 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gdańsk to Szczecin costing on average £193.

The fastest way to travel from Gdańsk to Szczecin is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Szczecin take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 0m.

Coach takes on average 6h 26m.

The Gdańsk to Szczecin distance is approximately 287 km.
The average frequency per day from Gdańsk to Szczecin is:
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 4 coaches per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gdańsk and Szczecin as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Gdańsk to Szczecin:
  • Flights mostly depart from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport and arrive in Szczecin Goleniow Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Gdańsk Główny and arrive in Szczecin Główny.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Gdańsk, Dworzec Główny and arrive in Szczecin, Dworzec Autobusowy.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gdańsk to Szczecin, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Szczecin by train.
  • Travel with Lot Polish Airlines to go to Szczecin by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Szczecin by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Gdańsk to Szczecin with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
  • 3 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Gdańsk to Szczecin often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Warsaw, Prague, London, Hamburg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Szczecin and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Gdańsk to Szczecin, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Szczecin, visitors can explore the National Museum to learn about regional history and art, delve into the WWII-era underground tunnels, or enjoy a stroll through the Szczecin Central Cemetery with its beautiful sculptures. For a unique perspective, take a boat tour on the Oder River, and savour local flavours at the Szczecin Market Hall. Key sights include the Pomeranian Dukes' Castle, Wały Chrobrego promenade, the modern Szczecin Philharmonic, the expansive Jasne Błonia park, and the impressive St. James Cathedral.
A visit of 2 to 3 days in Szczecin is ideal to explore its main attractions, including the Pomeranian Dukes' Castle, the Wały Chrobrego Promenade, and the National Museum.

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