Train to the sea | PolishTrains

At a glance

• Pendolino trains travel at over 200 km/h, cutting Warsaw to Gdansk journey time to under 2 hours
• Gdansk, Gdynia and Sopot form the Tricity — all reachable directly from Warsaw, Krakow and Wroclaw
• The longest direct coastal service runs from Przemysl all the way to Swinoujscie
• Kolobrzeg and Swinoujscie have strong rail connections, especially during summer season
• In summer, seaside train seats sell out quickly — early booking is strongly recommended
• PolishTrains search engine allows you to compare connections and book without creating an account

Travelling by Pendolino train significantly shortens the distance between the north and south of Poland. Travelling at speeds of over 200 km/h an hour, the train allows you to get from Cracow to the seaside, for example, in just a few hours. The journey time on the Pendolino train between Warsaw and Gdańsk is less than 2 hours - so it is a great option even for a weekend trip. Let's see which seaside locations can be reached by train!

Gdańsk

A city with a rich history evident in the architecture of its UNESCO-listed old town. Its symbol is Neptune and amber. The Second World War Museum, the Solidarity Museum, the shipyard and the harbour are just some of the reasons why Gdańsk attracts tourists from all over the world.

By train to Gdańsk

Gdańsk is perfectly connected with the whole of Poland, with direct trains running from cities such as Warsaw, Kraków, Poznań, Wrocław and even Zakopane! The central location of the main railway station in Gdańsk makes it easy to get off the train and start sightseeing straight away!

Examples of train connections and timetables to Gdańsk:

Gdynia

The queen of Polish seaside resorts. It owes its tourist character to the wide, sandy beaches and the beautiful promenade along which the "Dar Pomorza" ship, the Gdynia Aquarium and the pier are located.

By train to Gdynia

Marked with a premium category, Gdynia Główna Station is the most important station in the entire Tricity. It is here that the majority of trains passing through Gdańsk start and finish. The station in Gdynia serves connections from other parts of Poland. You can get to Gdynia by train from, among others, Cracow, Poznań, Warsaw and Katowice.

Examples of train connections and timetables to Gdynia:

Sopot

Sopot is the most exclusive and party part of the Tricity. It is also famous for its exceptionally wide and sandy beaches and spectacular pier. For this reason, the town is very popular as a holiday destination as well as a day-trip destination among tourists wishing to see the entire Tricity. For the latter, trains are a good option for travelling along the entire coast.

By train to Sopot

Despite the tourist popularity of the town, the station in Sopot is one of the rather intimate stations. However, all trains going to Gdańsk and Gdynia stop here, which provides the city with excellent rail communication with the rest of Poland. From Sopot, you can also reach Berlin by train.

Examples of train connections and timetables to Sopot:

PKP timetable and online train tickets available.

Kołobrzeg

Situated between the Tri-City and Świnoujście, the city is one of the most popular resorts on the central coast. Kołobrzeg's tourist attractions include numerous bathing beaches, an atmospheric pier, a lighthouse and monuments dating back as far as the Prussian period, including extremely interesting bourgeois tenement houses.

By train to Kołobrzeg

Kolobrzeg 's railway traditions date back to the 19th century and the line connecting Szczecin and Gdańsk. Nowadays, Kolobrzeg can be reached by direct trains from most large cities in other parts of Poland, such as Warsaw, Katowice, Cracow or Poznań.

Examples of train connections and timetables to Kołobrzeg:

Świnoujście

The capital of the west coast and the westernmost Baltic city in Poland. Due to its border character, it is a popular holiday destination for both Poles and our western neighbours. The Blue Flag-certified beach is as much as 130 metres wide in places! Swinoujscie is an excellent starting point for trips to the Wolin National Park. Ferries to Scandinavia also run from here.

By train to Swinoujscie

Swinoujscie is well connected by train with other inland towns such as Katowice, Warsaw and Poznań. Interestingly, you can also get here by train from Przemyśl, which means you can cross Poland diagonally from east to west!

Ustka

The tradition of Ustka as a popular holiday resort dates back to the 19th century. The opening of the railway station in 1876 contributed to the development of tourism from all over Poland. One of the reasons people were drawn to Ustka at the time were the Ustka Baths, famous for their healthful baths. Today, Ustka attracts visitors with its wide promenade, sandy beaches and good tourist infrastructure.

By train to Ustka

Ustka can be reached by train from cities such as Katowice, Poznań, Warsaw and Kraków. The station's location in the city centre makes it easy to reach your accommodation.

Examples of train connections and timetables to Ustka:

What are the benefits of travelling by train to the seaside?

First and foremost, it's a great adventure and a chance to admire Poland's picturesque landscapes through the window during the journey.

No luggage allowance will allow you to take all the things you need, and not having a car will avoid parking hassles and hefty parking fees.

What's more, the space, air conditioning and WiFi on modern trains allow you to spend your journey in comfort and start your holiday as soon as you board the train.

Booking your train ticket online

Booking and purchasing train tickets online and timetables for PKP Intercity, Pendolino and TLK trains are available onpolishtrains.eu.

Book your train ticket online now. Only at our service - polishtrains.eu