Karlskrona - Gdynia: Ferry tickets and routes

Karlskrona - Gdynia: from Blekinge to the Polish coast

On the Karlskrona - Gdynia route, the main decision is whether to cross the Baltic during the day or sleep on board. A daytime sailing leaves your evening free in Poland. An overnight departure combines the journey with a night’s accommodation.

Stena Line operates the connection. Ferries sail directly, without intermediate stops, and accept passengers travelling with or without a vehicle.

Morning departure or a night on the Baltic?

The weekly timetable for 19-25 October includes 17 departures from the Swedish side. The earliest scheduled departure is at 08:00, and the latest is at 22:30. Not every departure operates daily.

The morning crossing on Stena Ebba is the fastest in this particular timetable. When comparing overnight sailings, pay closer attention to arrival time: a later disembarkation may fit your hotel arrangements or onward train better.

The route also operates through winter. During summer, booking early becomes particularly useful when you need a specific cabin or space for a larger vehicle.

What you are buying with the basic fare

The starting prices are published fares rather than fixed rates available on every date. A passenger ticket should not be confused with a cabin package. The car price in the opening summary includes the driver.

Additional passengers, accommodation on board, vehicle dimensions and extra services all affect the final total. Compare the complete booking before deciding which departure offers the lowest price.

For a family travelling overnight, calculate the cabin, passenger tickets and car together. If you are travelling alone during the day, check the available seating options first.

The ships connecting Karlskrona and Gdynia

The route uses conventional passenger and vehicle ferries:

• Stena Ebba: has 263 cabins, a lounge with reclining seats and children’s areas.
• Stena Estelle: offers the Hygge Recline Lounge, movie lounges and several cabin categories.
• Stena Spirit: features the Pure Nordic Spa, an outdoor deck and a nightclub.

All three ships have vehicle decks. Restaurants, cafés, bars and shops give you options for meals and activities during the crossing. Additional services are not all included in the basic fare.

Cabins and breakfast before arrival

Stena Ebba and Stena Estelle offer Standard, Superior and Deluxe cabins, alongside accessible cabins. Standard cabins have a private toilet and shower. Breakfast is included with these cabin categories.

The choice of a seat or cabin depends on the options available for your departure. For an overnight journey with children, a private cabin provides somewhere to rest without spending the night in shared passenger areas.

If you need an accessible cabin, request it before completing your purchase. A general request for assistance at the port does not reserve suitable accommodation.

Child discounts and choosing your ticket

Infants and children aged 0-3 travel free but must be included in the booking. A separate child category applies to passengers aged 4-15.

Browse the available offers and discounts and read the fare conditions. A lower price with amendment restrictions can suit fixed travel dates. If your plans are still open, compare the flexible option too.

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Departing from Verkö and when to arrive

The terminal is at Verkövägen 101, on Verkö, outside central Karlskrona. Drivers should follow signs for Verkö and Gdynia. From the main railway station, bus 6 reaches the terminal in 30 minutes.

Plan to arrive 2 hours before sailing, particularly with a family or car. This is a suggested preparation buffer: the official check-in deadline is 60 minutes before departure.

For your vehicle, enter the correct category, registration number and actual dimensions, including racks, roof boxes or trailers. Check-in staff will direct you to your boarding lane.

Disembarking in Gdynia and continuing towards Gdańsk

The arrival terminal is at ul. Polska 4. Bus routes 119 and 133 connect the terminal area with Gdynia Główna railway station. The relevant stop is Dworzec Morski / Emigration Museum.

There is an important detail for onward travel: construction work means foot passengers and cyclists are transferred between the ferry and terminal by shuttle bus. Disembarkation can take up to 1 hour. Allow enough time before your connecting train.

From Gdynia, you can continue towards Sopot and Gdańsk. For drivers, the S6 provides onward road access from the port.

Online booking and your return ticket

At bookticket.gr, enter your date, passenger details and vehicle, then check the accommodation options for your chosen departure.

The electronic confirmation contains your booking details and a barcode. Keep it on your phone, but also complete check-in at the port to receive your boarding pass.

For the return journey, search for Gdynia - Karlskrona. Check the arrival time in Sweden separately, particularly if you will continue by road or train.

Ferry connections from Sweden to Poland

This route serves journeys towards Gdynia and the Gdańsk area. Alternatively, Trelleborg - Świnoujście connects different ports and is worth comparing when your destination is in northwestern Poland.

Include driving, fuel and any overnight accommodation when comparing the ticket costs. For other destinations, use the search at bookticket.gr.

Useful travel tips

• Take a small bag to your cabin with everything you will need on board.
• Keep your confirmation accessible and read any schedule-change notifications.
• If you arrive early in the morning, ask your accommodation about luggage storage.
• Choose your crossing with the onward journey on land in mind.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Can my pet stay in the car?

No. Pets travelling on this route require a specially designated pet-friendly cabin booked in advance. Without an available pet-friendly cabin, your pet cannot travel.

Can I stay in my cabin until later?

A late check-out service is offered with limited availability. Confirm whether it is available for your departure, as it is sold through specific booking channels.

What applies to groups of more than 20 people?

The operator requires check-in at least 90 minutes before departure. Coordinate the arrival of everyone in your group.

Can I access the internet on board?

Yes, Wi-Fi services are available. Stena Ebba and Stena Estelle also offer paid Premium Wi-Fi for more demanding internet use.

How many bags can I bring without a car?

There is no fixed number of bags allowed on this route. However, you must be able to carry all your luggage on board yourself.

Do I need to adjust for a time difference between the ports?

No. Sweden and Poland use the same local time, so departure and arrival times can be compared directly.

In brief

For this crossing, start with the time you want to arrive in Poland. Include your accommodation on board and the time needed to disembark when planning the next part of your journey.

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