Gdynia - Karlskrona
Ferry to Sweden
Gdynia - Karlskrona
Ferry to Sweden
Fares for the Gdynia to Karlskrona crossing usually range somewhere between $63* and $1147*. Most travellers pay around $552* for a Gdynia Karlskrona ferry ticket, and the cheapest fares on this route begin at $63*. Foot passengers can expect to pay roughly $395* on average. Bringing a car along typically brings the average fare up to $651*.
Fares vary according to passenger count, vehicle type, the route itself and what time you sail. Figures come from fares searched in the previous 30 days, don't include service fees, and were last checked August 26.
There's a quick way to stack up ferry fares and operators from around the world side by side, so you can pick the crossing that best suits you. Getting in early tends to open up the widest choice of prices and sailing times.
Direct Ferries has discounts running throughout the year. Where a senior discount applies to your crossing, it's applied the moment you pick the matching age bracket in the passenger section of your search.
If you're a student or recent graduate, a 5% discount is up for grabs. Head to our partner Student Beans to confirm your status and you'll receive a code to enter at checkout.
A handful of Spanish and Italian ferry routes also offer a resident discount — choose the "Residents" option if it appears during your search and the lower fare is applied straight away. You'll usually need to show proof of address, like a residency card or certificate, when you check in.
Sailings on the Gdynia Karlskrona route generally kick off from Gdynia at around 07:00, and the last departure of the day is usually around 23:59.
With a longer crossing time, a trip between Gdynia and Karlskrona is better suited to a weekend away or an extended stay, so you get proper value out of the journey.
Yes, Stena Line carries vehicles on the Gdynia to Karlskrona route. Check our Deal Finder for up-to-date car ferry pricing on this crossing.
Whether a caravan or campervan is welcome on board the Gdynia to Karlskrona ferry comes down to the ship and operator running the sailing. Pop your travel details into our Deal Finder, and we'll check the operators on this route for you.
Yes, Stena Line takes bicycles on the Gdynia to Karlskrona crossing. Most operators are happy to carry bikes, but it's always worth confirming their exact policy before you turn up at the terminal.
Yes, Stena Line carries foot passengers between Gdynia and Karlskrona.
Pet owners are in luck — Stena Line allows pets on board between Gdynia and Karlskrona. Travelling with a pet on this crossing costs an average of $708.
Fares reflect searches from the last 30 days, exclude service fees, and were last checked August 26.
Before you bring a pet on board, it helps to have the following sorted:
It depends on which operator you're sailing with — some ferries keep pets in your vehicle for the whole trip, while others have dedicated pet areas, kennels, or even pet-friendly cabins. Our Deal Finder lays out the options so you can pick the crossing that works for your pet.
There's a bit to know before travelling with a guide or assistance dog. Let our customer service team know in advance, or mention it to the ferry operator when you book, so everything's arranged ahead of time.
Carry any certification or documentation your dog needs, since you could be asked to show it at boarding or partway through the crossing.
Rules for guide dogs and assistance dogs can differ from general pet policy, even on sailings where pets aren't otherwise allowed. Reach out to our customer service team to check what applies to your sailing, or visit our Special Assistance Help page for more detail.
Whether the Gdynia to Karlskrona route has an overnight sailing depends on a mix of factors. Search with your travel dates, and we'll show you whether an overnight option exists, plus current timetables, crossing times and daytime alternatives.
Note that overnight sailings can occasionally take a bit longer than daytime crossings.
What you'll need to travel varies by route, so it pays to check ahead of your sailing. A valid passport is typically required for the Gdynia to Karlskrona crossing, along with any visa or national ID required for your nationality. As rules depend on both where you're from and where you're headed, our Check-in, Travel Documents & Tickets guide is worth a read to avoid any hold-ups at check-in.
Booking couldn't be simpler — select your departure port, arrival port and travel date to see everything on offer. From there, you can weigh up alternative routes and departure times to land on the best fit.
Look for early-booking deals and flexible fare types, like upgrades or flexi-tickets, which give you room to change plans later. Double-check details such as passenger numbers and vehicle specs as you go, to keep the booking process painless.
You'll get a confirmation email the moment your booking goes through. From there, how your boarding pass turns up depends on the operator.
Some operators send the boarding pass straight away, while others want you to check in at the port. Where it's on offer, online check-in through the Direct Ferries app can save you time at the terminal.
Ticket desks tend to sit right by the ferry terminal. Building in some extra time before you sail means you won't be rushed collecting tickets and getting checked in.
Have your confirmation email and valid photo ID — a passport or identity card — ready at check-in. If a pet's travelling with you, bring their vaccination and insurance papers, and hold onto proof of address if you booked with a resident discount.
A gap in sailings from Gdynia to Karlskrona on your chosen date usually comes down to something like a timetable adjustment, limited space, or a seasonal dip in service. Try a different date, or browse other options with our Route & Port finder.
Generally speaking, booking your Gdynia to Karlskrona ferry sooner rather than later pays off — earlier bookings usually mean lower fares and more choice of departure times and cabins.
A few weeks' lead time is usually enough to catch a good deal, though fares can still move around depending on the season and what's left available.
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| Gdynia - Karlskrona Ferry Route Prices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Foot Passenger | $395 | |
| Average Price with Car | $651 | |
| Average Price with Motorbike | $381 | |
| Average Campervan Price | $686 | |
| Average Cabin Price | $664 | |
| Gdynia - Karlskrona Ferry Route Summary | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Poland |
| Destination | Sweden |
| No. of Operators | 1 |
| Operators | Stena Line |
| Average Price | $552 |
| Average Pet Price | $708 |
| Average Daily Sailings | 3 |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 17 |
| Average Sailing Duration | 10 h |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 9 h |
| First Ferry | 07:00 |
| Last Ferry | 23:59 |
| Distance | 198 Nautical Miles |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 August 2026.
Located on the Baltic Sea coast, the Polish city of Gdynia is in the Pomeranian Voivodeship and is an important port in Gdansk Bay. The city hosts a number of cultural events each year. The annual Gdynia Film Festival attracts many visitors to the city and also hosted the International Random Film Festival at the end of 2014. The city also hosts one of the largest music festivals in Europe. The open'er Festival attracts many hip-op, rock and electronic music acts. Another important summer event in Gdynia is the Viva Beach Party, which is a large two-day techno party made on Gdynia's Public Beach.
From the city's port there are regular ferry services between Poland and Sweden. Passenger facilities are limited and therefore it is advisable that passengers travelling through the port purchase what ever they need in the city. A single ferry service, run by Stena Lines, operates from the port to Karlskrona in Sweden. Crossings take place twice a day and have a journey time of 12 hours.
The Swedish city of Karlskrona lies across 30 different islands in the eastern part of the Blekinge Archipelago. Other islands in the archipelago are Salto, Hasto, Lango and Aspo and the islet of Stumholmen was previously the property of the Navy and today is home to the National Naval Museum, the Marinmuseum. Located outside of Karlskrona is the Karlskrona Archipelago with is Sweden's most southerly archipelago and where a number of the islands are connected to the city by ferry.
The city was chosen by King Karl XI as a new naval base because of the protection the large ring of small islands provided to the base. The islands range from ones that have from one to 1,500 inhabitants, to islands with and without connection to the mainland.
The city is located in the south east corner of Sweden and has excellent connections to the other Baltic Sea destinations. There is a ferry service to Gdynia in Poland transporting both goods and passengers.
