Ferry from Karlskrona to Gdynia

When planning your Karlskrona - Gdynia ferry trip, you can take advantage of the fixed discounts available to specific passengers. Typically, children under 16 are entitled to lower ferry ticket prices, while infants and toddlers up to 3 years old travel for free.

The Karlskrona - Gdynia ferry route is operated by conventional cruise ferries such as the Stena Ebba and Stena Estelle, which are designed for long haul travel with modern amenities and services. On most Stena Line ferries, you will typically find:

On board, you will typically find:

• Comfy air-conditioned lounges and seating on outer decks to enjoy the sea view
• Restaurants, cafés and bars serving a range of hot and cold drinks, snacks and meals (including vegetarian and child-friendly options)
• Entertainment including movie lounges, children’s play areas, video game lounges and casino games
• Duty-free shops and kiosks selling snacks, gifts and travel essentials
• Car decks for the transportation of vehicles
• Wi-Fi hotspot with free and premium options available to stay connected during the trip

The Stena Spirit also has wellness facilities, including a sauna and spa, for some extra pampering during the trip.

Accessibility

The ferries from Karlskrona to Gdynia are generally accessible to travelers with disabilities, featuring ramps and elevators between decks and lounges and adapted amenities such as wheelchair-accessible toilets in public areas. Additionally, the ferries have adapted cabins for travelers with reduced mobility with wider doorways and bathrooms equipped with grab rails and fold-down shower seats.

Boarding assistance is typically available upon request and prior notification to the ferry company before your journey.

Important: accessibility features vary from vessel to vessel, so it is recommended to contact the ferry company at the time of booking for further details.

Cabins and accommodation

Are there cabins on the ferry?

Yes, on Karlskrona - Gdynia ferries you can book cabins for up to 4 passengers for greater privacy and comfort. Typically, you can choose between:

• Standard inside and outside cabins
• Premium cabins with a double bed, bunk beds, tea & coffee maker, and a sea view
• Adapted cabins for passengers with disabilities
• Pet-friendly cabins
• Shared cabins

All cabins have a TV, air conditioning, desk, wardrobe, and an ensuite bathroom.

Cabin prices normally start at €110.

Can I book business-class seats?

Yes, Stena Line offers premium seating options on most ferries from Karlskrona to Gdynia. These comfortable reclining seats typically have extra legroom and are in a VIP lounge with a quieter environment.

Prices for VIP seats start from about €60.

Luggage

Stena Line has a very flexible luggage policy on routes between Sweden and Poland, so you can bring as many bags you can carry on board yourself, with no size or weight restrictions.

Traveling with pets

Pets are generally allowed on ferries to Gdynia from Karlskrona, provided you include them in your booking. On Stena Line ferries, pets can only travel in a pet-friendly cabin.

Remember to bring the necessary travel and health documents, tickets, and any pet supplies needed for the trip.

Where are pets allowed on the ferry?

You can walk your pet on the outer decks, however pets are generally not allowed in standard cabins, lounges, dining areas or other public spaces onboard.

When outside cabins, smaller pets must remain in their carrier, while larger animals must be kept on a lead and wear a muzzle.

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Karlskrona to Gdynia:

• The port of Karlskrona can get busy, so it’s best to be there at least 2 hr ahead of your ferry’s departure, especially of you are travelling with a vehicle.
• The Baltic Sea can get a bit rough, so if you are sensitive to the waves, consider taking a seasickness remedy before the trip. As always, you can discuss your options with your pharmacist or doctor.
• For your return trip, book your tickets on the Gdynia - Karlskrona ferry in advance, as cabins and car deck spaces often sell out.
• From Sweden, you can also travel by ferry to Germany, Poland, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Latvia. For more details and information on all routes, companies and prices, take a look at the Sweden ferry schedules.

Where to take the ferry from Karlskrona to Gdynia

Ferries to Gdynia depart from the Stena Line Ferry Terminal at the port of Karlskrona. This port serves international routes and is on Verkö island, about 10 km from downtown Karlskrona. If you are flying in, Ronneby Airport is the closest airport, which is about 33 km from Karlskrona.

The ferry terminal is a modern facility with a ticket office, waiting lounge, restrooms, free Wi-Fi, and vending machines with drinks and snacks. Nearby, you will also find short and long-term parking lots.

How to get to the port of Karlskrona

• By car: take the E22 toward Karlskrona and follow the signs for Verkö / Gdynia and the ferry symbol. If you are coming from Malmö, the E22 leads toward the terminal area.
• By bus: bus line 6 connects central Karlskrona with Verkö färjeterminalen, the stop directly outside the ferry terminal. From the central station/city-center area, the trip takes around 30 min.
• By train: trains arrive at Karlskrona Centralstation and from there, continue to Verkö by bus 6 or taxi, as there is no direct rail service to the ferry terminal.
• By taxi: a taxi from central Karlskrona to the ferry terminal takes around 10-15 min. 

Check-in and boarding at Karlskrona

Check-in for the Karlskrona–Gdynia ferry closes 1 hr before the scheduled departure, so make sure you arrive at the terminal with enough time to complete check-in and boarding.

• Travelers with a vehicle: follow the signs to the vehicle check-in booths and have your ticket and required travel documents ready. Once check-in is complete, port staff will direct you to the appropriate lane for boarding.
• Foot passengers: check in inside the passenger terminal at a staffed desk or self-service kiosk. After check-in, follow the port staff's instructions for boarding.

Important: the Karlskrona ferry terminal is on Verkö island, so if you're traveling without a vehicle, allow extra time to reach the port from central Karlskrona by bus or taxi.

Where does the ferry arrive in Gdynia?

Ferries from Karlskrona normally dok at the Stena Line / Public Ferry Terminal in the port of Gdynia at ul. Polska 4. The ferry terminal is in the Polish Quay area of the port, near the Emigration Museum / Old Maritime Station and about 1.5 km from the downtown area.

At the terminal, you will find useful traveler facilities including ticket counters, restrooms, baby-changing facilities, free Wi-Fi, an ATM, a children's play area, luggage storage, and a drop-off zone. There is also a free public parking lot opposite the passenger terminal.      

For onward travel, buses 119 and 133 serve the Public Ferry Terminal area and connect it with Gdynia Główna, the city's main railway station. From Gdynia Główna, you can continue by train around the Tri-City area, including to Sopot and Gdańsk. A taxi between the ferry terminal and central Gdynia normally takes around 10-15 min.