Ferries to Sweden from Poland
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Ferries from Poland to Sweden: which route should you take?
Poland has one of the best ferry networks to Sweden, with crossings from Gdańsk, Gdynia and Świnoujście to several ports along Sweden’s southern and eastern coast.
The best route mainly depends on where you are travelling next. Gdańsk-Nynäshamn is usually the logical choice for Stockholm, while Gdynia-Karlskrona and the new Gdańsk-Karlshamn connection work well for south-eastern Sweden. From Świnoujście you can sail towards Ystad, Trelleborg and Malmö, which can be better for Skåne, Copenhagen and journeys continuing west.
New for 2026: regular ferries between Gdańsk and Karlshamn started in July, adding another useful option between northern Poland and southern Sweden.
Use the route map and comparisons to choose by arrival port and onward driving, rather than crossing time alone.
Map of ferries from Poland to Sweden
Which Poland-Sweden ferry is best for your journey?
There is no single best ferry from Poland to Sweden. The biggest difference between the routes is where they leave you in Sweden.
Gdańsk-Nynäshamn – best for Stockholm
If Stockholm is your destination, Gdańsk-Nynäshamn is usually the most logical crossing. Nynäshamn lies south of Stockholm, so you avoid arriving hundreds of kilometres away at Sweden’s southern tip.
This route also makes sense for journeys continuing north along Sweden’s east coast.
Gdańsk-Karlshamn – new in 2026
The new Gdańsk-Karlshamn ferry adds a very different option from the same Polish departure city. Karlshamn is in Blekinge in southern Sweden, making it better placed for south-eastern Sweden and journeys continuing west.
If you are starting in or around Gdańsk, the useful comparison is therefore simple: choose Nynäshamn for Stockholm and consider Karlshamn for southern Sweden.
Gdynia-Karlskrona – a strong alternative for south-east Sweden
Stena Line’s Gdynia-Karlskrona route is another established option between northern Poland and the Blekinge region.
It competes most directly with the new Karlshamn route, so travellers starting around the Gdańsk-Gdynia area should compare sailing times, fares and the onward drive from both Swedish ports.
Świnoujście-Trelleborg – useful for southern Sweden
Świnoujście-Trelleborg is one of the shortest ways to cross between Poland and Sweden. TT-Line lists a crossing time of roughly 6.5 hours on this route.
Trelleborg is particularly convenient for Skåne, Malmö and journeys towards Denmark. It can also make more sense than driving east to Gdańsk if you are approaching Poland from Germany or western Central Europe.
Świnoujście-Malmö – arrive directly in Malmö
Finnlines connects Świnoujście directly with Malmö. This is worth comparing with Trelleborg if Malmö itself, Copenhagen or western southern Sweden is your destination.
Arriving directly in Malmö can reduce the onward drive, which may matter more than choosing the shortest ferry crossing.
Świnoujście-Ystad – another option for Skåne
Ferries also connect Świnoujście with Ystad. Ystad sits further east along the south coast than Trelleborg and Malmö and can be useful for eastern Skåne and trips continuing through southern Sweden.
FerryGoGo tip: compare the entire journey rather than the ferry in isolation. A crossing that takes a little longer can still be quicker overall if you arrive much closer to your final destination.
Tickets and booking
Fares on Poland-Sweden ferries depend on the route, travel date, vehicle, number of passengers and whether you need a cabin. Prices can vary considerably between departures, so it is worth comparing several routes if your itinerary allows it.
Start by comparing the departure ports that make geographical sense for your trip. Travellers coming from western Poland or Germany will often find Świnoujście more convenient, while Gdańsk and Gdynia are better placed for northern and eastern Poland.
Then compare the Swedish arrival ports. A cheaper ticket is not necessarily better value if it adds several hours of driving after the ferry.
Use the booking search to compare available crossings for your dates. For exact sailing times, vehicle restrictions and current conditions, always check the operator information for your chosen departure.
What are the ferries like?
Most Poland-Sweden routes are substantial Baltic crossings rather than short shuttle ferries. Depending on the route and departure, passenger ferries can offer cabins, restaurants, lounges and space to take cars, motorhomes and motorcycles.
Facilities vary between ships and operators, particularly because some routes have both daytime and overnight departures. On the longer crossings, a cabin can make a significant difference to the journey, especially if you want to arrive rested for a long onward drive through Sweden.
Check the ship and facilities shown for your exact departure before booking, rather than assuming every sailing on a route offers the same onboard experience.
How much does a ferry from Poland to Sweden cost?
There isn’t a useful fixed price for a Poland-Sweden ferry. The fare depends on the route, departure time, season, vehicle size, passenger numbers and whether you add a cabin or meals.
Shorter crossings are not automatically the cheapest, and the cheapest ferry ticket is not always the cheapest journey overall. If one Swedish arrival port saves a long drive, a slightly more expensive crossing can still be the better choice.
Ways to keep the total cost down
- Compare nearby Swedish ports: Karlshamn and Karlskrona, or Malmö and Trelleborg, may serve broadly similar trips.
- Check different departure times: daytime and overnight sailings can be priced differently.
- Book vehicle space early in busy periods: cars, motorhomes and caravans can have more limited availability than passenger-only tickets.
- Look at the onward drive: fuel, tolls and extra driving time are part of the real cost of the route.
Ferry fares and sailing schedules change throughout the year, so use live prices for your travel dates rather than relying on a general route average.
Poland-Sweden ferry choice at a glance
- Stockholm: start by comparing Gdańsk-Nynäshamn.
- Blekinge and south-east Sweden: compare Gdańsk-Karlshamn with Gdynia-Karlskrona.
- Malmö and Copenhagen: compare Świnoujście-Malmö with crossings to Trelleborg.
- Southern Sweden: Świnoujście gives you several arrival-port options including Malmö, Trelleborg and Ystad.
- Travelling onwards to Norway: a southern Swedish arrival can work well, but compare the total driving route before choosing your ferry.
If Sweden is only one part of a longer trip, see our ferries to Sweden guide and our Baltic ferry routes for other ways to combine crossings.
Karlshamn is particularly interesting for a wider Baltic itinerary because the port also connects with Klaipėda in Lithuania. See our Lithuania ferry guide for those connections.
Thanks, this information was very (ferry) useful. Wasn’t aware of all these routes between Poland and Sweden.