Route guide

Copenhagen → Gdansk

414 km · Denmark to Poland · Fastest: 3h by flight · Cheapest: €19+ by bus

How to travel from Copenhagen to Gdansk

There are 4 ways to travel between Copenhagen and Gdansk — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€40–115

Duration: 3h 27m

via DSB, PKP Intercity

~6.0 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€19–49

Duration: 5h 55m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet

~12 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€52–170

Duration: 3h 3m

via Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, LOT

~65 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€50–91

Duration: 4h 36m

~70 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Copenhagen and Gdansk highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 414 km this is a comfortable weekend trip — train or flight both work.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Denmark into Poland. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Copenhagen to Gdansk — every option in detail

Copenhagen to Gdansk by train

Trains link Copenhagen (Denmark) and Gdansk (Poland) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 3h 27m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include DSB, PKP Intercity.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €40 to €115. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

On routes under 600 km like this one, train often beats flight door-to-door once you factor in airport check-in and transfers.

Climate footprint: about 6.0 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 65 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~59 kg on this distance.

Copenhagen to Gdansk by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Copenhagen and Gdansk with a typical journey of 5h 55m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

Fares start from around €19 when booked in advance, rising to €49 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Copenhagen to Gdansk by flight

Flights between Copenhagen and Gdansk take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 3m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, LOT.

Typical fare range is €52–170. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 65 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Copenhagen to Gdansk by car

The driving distance from Copenhagen to Gdansk is approximately 477 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 4h 36m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €50–91 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Denmark–Poland border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 70 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Copenhagen and Gdansk is approximately 414 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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