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Port guide: compare transport from Gdynia

Gdańsk, Poland 31 transport option(s) compared
90 min Recommended return before ship
Port exit : Easy

Gdynia

Port call at Gdynia, in Gdańsk (Poland). Leaving the port is straightforward and the town centre is walkable from the pier. The cheapest option, Walk to the Museum of Emigration, is free, and the fastest takes around 8 min. A ship shuttle is also available, at around 30,00 €.

Gdynia Cruise Terminal, 20 km from Gdańsk (Danzig). Gdynia has its own historic centre, and Sopot (a seaside resort) lies between the two.

Gdynia Cruise Terminal
Cheapest option Free Walk to the Museum of Emigration
Fastest option 8 min Walk to the Museum of Emigration
Simplest option Walk to the Museum of Emigration Very simple
Ship shuttle 30,00 € Please contact the company for further information.

Practical tips

  • SKM commuter train to Gdańsk (30 mins)
  • Sopot is 15 mins away by SKM
  • Taxis available
  • Gdynia town centre is within walking distance of the terminal

Warnings

  • Gdańsk is 20 km away – allow plenty of time
  • Gdańsk’s Old Town is very touristy
  • Make sure you have Polish zlotys
  • Check train availability

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Best option summary

By choosing your cruise line's official shuttle, you opt for complete peace of mind: even if it isn't the cheapest option, this transfer is treated as an excursion, which means the ship will wait for the shuttle before setting sail.

Ship shuttle 30,00 €

Please contact the company for further information.

Recommended local alternative Walk to the Museum of Emigration

Free - 8 min - free

A major museum directly linked to the area’s maritime history

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Choose whether you want to stay near the port, reach a connection, or go on a longer excursion.

Transport options

31 option(s) shown for Gdynia

Walk to the Museum of Emigration

Emigration Museum / Maritime Station

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

A major museum directly linked to the area’s maritime history

Attention point

More of a special interest than a visit to the town centre

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; a convenient option very close to the terminal, ideal for short stopovers

Source : Port of Gdynia: https://www.port.gdynia.pl/en/o-porcie/cruise-ships/ | Emigration Museum: https://polska1.pl/

Shuttle bus to the centre of Gdynia

Kościuszko Square / city centre

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency depending on the airline and the day of the stopover
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Simple if proposed by the company

Attention point

Availability and prices vary depending on the ship

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; check on board whether an official shuttle service to the centre of Gdynia is available

Source : Port of Gdynia: https://www.port.gdynia.pl/en/o-porcie/cruise-ships/ | WhatsInPort Gdynia: https://www.whatsinport.com/Gdynia-Gdansk.htm

Taxi to Gdynia Główna

Gdynia Główna railway station

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 12,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency available at the quay or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Very convenient for getting to the trains quickly

Attention point

More expensive than the bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; useful if you’re heading from SKM to Sopot or Gdańsk

Source : Port of Gdynia: https://www.port.gdynia.pl/en/o-porcie/cruise-ships/ | SKM Trójmiasto: https://www.skm.pkp.pl/

Taxi to Skwer Kościuszki

Kościuszko Square / Gdynia waterfront

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 15,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency available at the quay or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

A short walk to the seafront

Attention point

Not very economical for short distances

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; a good choice for those with reduced mobility or limited time

Source : Gdynia tourism: https://www.gdynia.pl/ | Port of Gdynia: https://www.port.gdynia.pl/en/o-porcie/cruise-ships/

Taxi to Gdańsk Airport

Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 80,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency available or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer to the airport

Attention point

High cost compared to train

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct journey from A to B; book in advance if your flight is imminent

Source : Gdańsk Airport: https://www.airport.gdansk.pl/ | Port of Gdynia: https://www.port.gdynia.pl/en/o-porcie/cruise-ships/

Walk to Skwer Kościuszki

Kościuszko Square

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency free
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Provides access to Gdynia’s central seafront

Attention point

Less comfortable in bad weather

Accessibility : moyenne, marche urbaine assez longue

Practical tip : Simplified direct route from A to B; follow the signs for the town centre and the seafront

Source : Port of Gdynia: https://www.port.gdynia.pl/en/o-porcie/cruise-ships/ | Gdynia tourism: https://www.gdynia.pl/co-nowego,2774/skwer-kosciuszki,551862

Walk to Dar Pomorza

The Dar Pomorza museum ship

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency free
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Access to an iconic museum ship

Attention point

It’s a bit of a walk from the cruise terminal

Accessibility : moyenne, marche urbaine

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B to the seafront; check the entrance and opening hours before you set off

Source : National Maritime Museum Dar Pomorza: https://nmm.pl/dar-pomorza/ | Gdynia tourism: https://www.gdynia.pl/

Walk to Gdynia Aquarium

Gdynia Aquarium

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency free
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

A useful family attraction near the seafront

Attention point

It’s quite a long way for a family with children

Accessibility : moyenne, marche longue mais simple

Practical tip : A straightforward direct route from A to B; walking is an option, but a taxi or bus is more comfortable

Source : Gdynia Aquarium: https://akwarium.gdynia.pl/en/ | Gdynia tourism: https://www.gdynia.pl/

Bus to Skwer Kościuszki

Kościuszko Square / city waterfront

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 2,00 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency regular service according to ZKM timetables
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

A quick way to get to the central seafront

Attention point

It’s not the most direct route if you’re heading to Gdańsk

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; check the route and direction at the Dworzec Morski / Muzeum Emigracji stop

Source : ZKM Gdynia: https://zkmgdynia.pl/ | ZKM Gdynia tariff: https://zkmgdynia.pl/taryfa/

Bus to Gdynia Główna

Gdynia Główna railway station

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 2,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency regular service according to ZKM timetables
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

An affordable option to the main station

Attention point

Please check the timetable and exact stop on the day of your stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; take a ZKM bus from Dworzec Morski / Muzeum Emigracji towards the city centre and the railway station

Source : ZKM Gdynia tariff: https://zkmgdynia.pl/taryfa/ | ZKM Gdynia timetable 119: https://zkmgdynia.pl/rozklady/119_0497_01.pdf

Bus to Świętojańska

Świętojańska / Gdynia city centre

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 2,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency regular service according to ZKM timetables
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Good access to Gdynia's shopping centre

Attention point

Less touristy than Gdańsk or Sopot

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Simplified direct route from A to B to Świętojańska; check the exact route with ZKM on the day

Source : ZKM Gdynia: https://zkmgdynia.pl/ | Gdynia tourism: https://www.gdynia.pl/

SKM train to Sopot

Sopot Station / Sopot Pier

Train Distant excursion
Estimated cost 3,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency frequent, according to SKM timetables
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

An easy day trip to the seaside resort of Sopot

Attention point

First, you need to get to Gdynia Główna

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from Gdynia Główna to A-B; add a bus, walk or taxi from the terminal

Source : SKM Trójmiasto: https://www.skm.pkp.pl/ | Sopot guide SKM: https://sopot.guide/transport/train | Visit Sopot: https://visit.sopot.pl/

SKM train to Gdańsk Główny

Gdańsk Main Station

Train Station / airport
Estimated cost 5,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency frequent, according to SKM timetables
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

An affordable and reliable option to Gdańsk

Attention point

Leads to the station, not directly to the old town

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from Gdynia Główna to A-B; allow 10 to 15 minutes’ walk to Main Town

Source : SKM Trójmiasto: https://www.skm.pkp.pl/ | Visit Gdańsk: https://visitgdansk.com/

Private hire car to Gdynia Główna

Gdynia Główna railway station

Private car (VTC) Station / airport
Estimated cost 12,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency on request, dynamic pricing
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Price shown in the app

Attention point

Variable availability depending on port traffic

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; please confirm the pick-up point upon exiting the terminal

Source : Bolt Gdynia: https://bolt.eu/en/cities/gdynia/ | SKM Trójmiasto: https://www.skm.pkp.pl/

Taxi to Orłowo Pier

Orłowo Pier / Orłowski Cliff

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 28,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency available at the quay or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

A lovely coastal walk and beach near Gdynia

Attention point

Less of a priority if the destination is Gdańsk

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct journey from A to B; book a return journey if your stopover time is limited

Source : Gdynia Orłowo: https://www.gdynia.pl/ | Port of Gdynia: https://www.port.gdynia.pl/en/o-porcie/cruise-ships/

Private hire car to Sopot Pier

Sopot Pier

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 38,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency on request, dynamic pricing
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Flexible and direct to Sopot

Attention point

Prices may vary during the high season

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; check the price before confirming in the app

Source : Bolt Gdynia: https://bolt.eu/en/cities/gdynia/ | Visit Sopot: https://visit.sopot.pl/

Taxi to Sopot Pier

Sopot Pier

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 40,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency available at the quay or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct access to the most famous seaside resort in the Tricity

Attention point

Higher cost than SKM

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct journey from A to B; book your return journey during peak season or on busy days

Source : Visit Sopot: https://visit.sopot.pl/ | Port of Gdynia: https://www.port.gdynia.pl/en/o-porcie/cruise-ships/

Private hire car to Gdańsk City Centre

Gdańsk Old Town / Neptune Fountain

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 65,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency on request, dynamic pricing
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

A straightforward and easy-to-follow route to Gdańsk

Attention point

Dynamic pricing and potential traffic

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; allow plenty of time for the return journey to the ship

Source : Bolt Gdynia: https://bolt.eu/en/cities/gdynia/ | Visit Gdańsk: https://visitgdansk.com/

Taxi to Gdańsk City Centre

Gdańsk Old Town / Neptune Fountain

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 70,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency available at the quay or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

A direct route to the historic centre of Gdańsk

Attention point

High cost and possible traffic

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; allow for a margin on the return journey to the ship

Source : Visit Gdańsk: https://visitgdansk.com/ | Port of Gdynia: https://www.port.gdynia.pl/en/o-porcie/cruise-ships/

Taxi to the Museum of the Second World War

Museum of the Second World War, Gdańsk

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 70,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency available at the quay or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct access to one of Gdańsk’s major museums

Attention point

Tickets and estimated visiting time

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct journey from A to B; book tickets if possible and allow time for the return journey

Source : Museum of the Second World War: https://muzeum1939.pl/en | Visit Gdańsk: https://visitgdansk.com/

Private hire car to Gdańsk Airport

Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport

Private car (VTC) Station / airport
Estimated cost 75,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency on request, dynamic pricing
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer with the price displayed in the app

Attention point

Prices vary depending on demand

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct journey from A to B; book or order in advance if your flight schedule is tight

Source : Bolt Gdynia: https://bolt.eu/en/cities/gdynia/ | Gdańsk Airport: https://www.airport.gdansk.pl/

Walk to Gdynia Główna

Gdynia Główna railway station

Walk Station / airport
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency free
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Allows you to reach SKM trains without a taxi

Attention point

Not ideal if you’re travelling with luggage or are short on time

Accessibility : moyenne, marche longue depuis le port

Practical tip : A straightforward direct route from A to B; walking is possible, but a bus or taxi is often more convenient from the quay

Source : Port of Gdynia: https://www.port.gdynia.pl/en/o-porcie/cruise-ships/ | SKM Trójmiasto: https://www.skm.pkp.pl/

SKM train to Gdańsk Oliwa

Oliwa Cathedral / Oliwa Park

Train Distant excursion
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 40 min
Frequency frequent, according to SKM timetables
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

A good choice for the park, the cathedral and a quieter neighbourhood

Attention point

Less central than Gdańsk Main Town

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Simplified route from A to B: take the train to Gdańsk Oliwa, then walk to the cathedral; please check the route

Source : SKM Trójmiasto: https://www.skm.pkp.pl/ | Visit Gdańsk Oliwa: https://visitgdansk.com/en/

SKM train to Gdańsk Main Town

Gdańsk Old Town / Neptune Fountain

Train Distant excursion
Estimated cost 5,00 €
Estimated duration 60 min
Frequency frequent, according to SKM timetables
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

A low-cost way to reach the historic centre of Gdańsk

Attention point

Requires a train journey followed by a short walk

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Simplified route from A to B; in practice, take the train to Gdańsk Główny and then walk to Długi Targ – please check the route

Source : SKM Trójmiasto: https://www.skm.pkp.pl/ | Visit Gdańsk: https://visitgdansk.com/

Train to Gdańsk Airport

Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport

Train Station / airport
Estimated cost 8,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency regular service according to regional timetables
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Public option to the airport

Attention point

For passengers with compatible schedules only

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Simplified direct route from A to B; check timetables and any connections before your flight

Source : Gdańsk Airport: https://www.airport.gdansk.pl/ | SKM Trójmiasto: https://www.skm.pkp.pl/

Taxi to Westerplatte

Westerplatte

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 75,00 €
Estimated duration 50 min
Frequency available at the quay or by reservation
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

A historic fort, perfect for a short trip to Gdańsk

Attention point

Less lively than the historic centre

Accessibility : moyenne, site éloigné

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; combine with Gdańsk only if the stopover is long enough

Source : Visit Gdańsk Westerplatte: https://visitgdansk.com/en/ | Port of Gdynia: https://www.port.gdynia.pl/en/o-porcie/cruise-ships/

Train to Malbork Castle

Malbork Castle

Train Distant excursion
Estimated cost 14,00 €
Estimated duration 100 min
Frequency regular service according to PKP timetables
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Public access to a major UNESCO site

Attention point

A long journey for a short stopover

Accessibility : moyenne, train puis marche ou taxi local

Practical tip : Simplified route from Gdynia Główna to A-B; check return journey times before setting off

Source : PKP Intercity: https://www.intercity.pl/en/ | Malbork Castle Museum: https://zamek.malbork.pl/en

Ferry service to Hel

Hel Harbour

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 70 min
Frequency seasonal, according to Żegluga Gdańska timetables
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

A unique boat trip to the Hel Peninsula

Attention point

Seasonal and timetables – please check these carefully

Accessibility : moyenne, embarcadère à rejoindre au centre de Gdynia

Practical tip : Simplified direct route from Gdynia to Hel; depart only if the return timetable is compatible with the ship

Source : Żegluga Gdańska Gdynia-Hel: https://www.zegluga.pl/rejs-gdynia-hel | Żegluga Gdańska: https://www.zegluga.pl/

Taxi to the Stutthof Museum

Stutthof Museum

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 140,00 €
Estimated duration 75 min
Frequency booking recommended
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

An important historical excursion outside the Tricity

Attention point

A long journey, a difficult subject, and the return journey to organise

Accessibility : moyenne, site éloigné et visite sensible

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; book a return ticket and check opening times before you set off

Source : Stutthof Museum: https://stutthof.org/ | Visit Gdańsk: https://visitgdansk.com/

Private hire car to Malbork Castle

Malbork Castle

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 140,00 €
Estimated duration 80 min
Frequency on request or by private booking
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Flexible day trip to Malbork

Attention point

Return not guaranteed without a booking

Accessibility : moyenne, retour à sécuriser

Practical tip : Direct journey from A to B; book your return journey before you set off if you have limited time for a stopover

Source : Bolt Gdynia: https://bolt.eu/en/cities/gdynia/ | Malbork Castle Museum: https://zamek.malbork.pl/en

Taxi to Malbork Castle

Malbork Castle

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 150,00 €
Estimated duration 80 min
Frequency booking recommended
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Direct trip to a major UNESCO site

Attention point

Long journey and high cost

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct journey from A to B; book a return journey with a pick-up time to ensure you get back to the ship

Source : Malbork Castle Museum: https://zamek.malbork.pl/en | UNESCO Malbork: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/847/

Indicative data based on local sources and field estimates.