Route guide

Strasbourg → Gdansk

989 km · France to Poland · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €34+ by bus

How to travel from Strasbourg to Gdansk

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

🚄Train

€74–218

Duration: 8h 15m

via SNCF (TGV), Intercités, PKP Intercity

~14 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€34–89

Duration: 14h 8m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet

~28 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€75–239

Duration: 3h 49m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, LOT

~154 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€119–218

Duration: 11h

~168 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 989 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 France 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.

Strasbourg to Gdansk — every option in detail

Strasbourg to Gdansk by train

Trains link Strasbourg (France) and Gdansk (Poland) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 8h 15m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include SNCF (TGV), Intercités, PKP Intercity.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €74 to €218. 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 154 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~140 kg on this distance.

Strasbourg to Gdansk by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Strasbourg and Gdansk with a typical journey of 14h 8m. 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 €89 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.

Strasbourg to Gdansk by flight

Flights between Strasbourg and Gdansk take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 49m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, LOT.

Typical fare range is €75–239. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 154 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Strasbourg to Gdansk by car

The driving distance from Strasbourg to Gdansk is approximately 1138 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 11h of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €119–218 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the France–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 168 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Strasbourg and Gdansk is approximately 989 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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