Route guide

Gdansk → Antwerp

1017 km · Poland to Belgium · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €34+ by bus

How to travel from Gdansk to Antwerp

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

🚄Train

€76–223

Duration: 8h 29m

via PKP Intercity, SNCB

~14 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€34–91

Duration: 14h 32m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet

~28 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€76–242

Duration: 3h 51m

via Ryanair, easyJet, LOT, Brussels Airlines

~159 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€122–224

Duration: 11h 18m

~173 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1017 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
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 Poland into Belgium. 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.

Gdansk to Antwerp — every option in detail

Gdansk to Antwerp by train

Trains link Gdansk (Poland) and Antwerp (Belgium) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 8h 29m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include PKP Intercity, SNCB.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €76 to €223. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 14 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 159 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~145 kg on this distance.

Gdansk to Antwerp by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Gdansk and Antwerp with a typical journey of 14h 32m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

Fares start from around €34 when booked in advance, rising to €91 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.

Gdansk to Antwerp by flight

Flights between Gdansk and Antwerp take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 51m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

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

Typical fare range is €76–242. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 159 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Gdansk to Antwerp by car

The driving distance from Gdansk to Antwerp is approximately 1170 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 11h 18m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €122–224 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Poland–Belgium 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 173 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Gdansk and Antwerp is approximately 1017 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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