Gdańsk to Nynäshamn Ferry Guide
A true Baltic cruise-ferry experience aboard Stena Line's Stena Spirit and Stena Vision. 18-19 hour overnight crossing from Gdańsk Westerplatte terminal to Nynäshamn, with onward connections to Stockholm in under one hour.
Crossing Time
18-19 hours (overnight)
Daily Departures
1 in each direction
Operators
Stena Line
Distance
250 nautical miles (465 km)
The Gdańsk-Nynäshamn Experience
The Gdańsk to Nynäshamn ferry is one of the Baltic's great overnight voyages — a 250-nautical-mile crossing that connects Poland's historic port city with the Stockholm archipelago. Stena Line operates two large cruise ferries, Stena Spirit and Stena Vision, offering a full onboard experience with cabins at every price point, a buffet restaurant, à la carte dining, bar and casino, children's play area, and spa facilities. Passengers in Stena Plus class enjoy access to a private lounge with complimentary food and soft drinks throughout the crossing. The route is a natural choice for Polish travellers heading to Sweden or Norway by road, as well as Swedes visiting the Baltic coast — and its overnight schedule means you arrive rested with no hotel night needed.
Ferry Operator
Stena Line
Route Operator- Daily overnight sailings in each direction
- Stena Spirit and Stena Vision
- Cabins for every budget including Stena Plus
- Buffet, à la carte and casual dining
- Spa, casino and children's play area
Best for: Polish road trips to Sweden and Norway, overnight crossings with vehicles, families and travellers seeking cruise-ferry comfort
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Gdańsk Westerplatte Ferry Terminal (Poland)
Departure Port
Address & Location
Przemysłowa 1, 80-542 Gdańsk, Poland
Transport Connections
- Bus 106 connects central Gdańsk to the Westerplatte terminal area
- Direct taxi rank and rideshare pickup zones
- Long-stay car parking available on site
- 20-minute drive from Gdańsk city centre
Check-in Requirements
- Vehicle passengers: 90 minutes before departure
- Foot passengers: 60 minutes before departure
- Cabin check-in opens several hours pre-departure
Terminal Facilities
- Waiting area and café
- ATM on site
- Family waiting area
- Free WiFi
Nynäshamn Ferry Terminal (Sweden)
Arrival Port
Address & Location
Hamnvägen 1, 149 30 Nynäshamn, Sweden
Transport Connections
- Nynäshamnsbanan commuter train to Stockholm Central: ~1 hour
- Direct SL bus service to Stockholm
- Taxi rank and rideshare zone outside terminal
- Easy access to E4 motorway towards Stockholm and north
Onward Travel
- Stockholm Central: ~1 hour by commuter train
- Stockholm Arlanda Airport: ~1.5 hours by train
- Gothenburg: ~3.5 hours by car
- Oslo: ~6 hours by car via E4/E6
Port Facilities
- Tourist information
- Café and convenience shop
- Car rental services
- Free WiFi
Booking Optimization Tips
Best Booking Times
- • Summer cabins: 8-12 weeks ahead
- • Shoulder season: 4-6 weeks ahead
- • Winter crossings: 2-4 weeks ahead
- • Watch Stena Line's early-bird promotions
Money-Saving Tips
- • Tuesday and Wednesday sailings are cheapest
- • Inside cabins save up to 30% over outside
- • Book vehicle berth at reservation — port prices are higher
- • Stena Plus often worth the upgrade over outside cabin price
Peak Season Tips
- • Avoid Midsommar week in late June
- • Polish and Swedish school holidays push prices up
- • Book early for July and August
- • Stena Plus cabins sell out months ahead in summer
Practical Travel Information
Documentation Required
Identification
- • Valid passport or EU/EEA ID card
- • Children need their own travel document
- • Non-EU passengers may need a Schengen visa
Vehicle Travel
- • Valid driving license
- • Vehicle registration documents
- • Green Card insurance recommended
- • Reflective vest and warning triangle required in Poland
Onboard Information
Crossing Comfort
- • Overnight cabins on every sailing
- • Buffet and à la carte restaurant
- • Bar, casino and entertainment
- • WiFi packages available
Family Facilities
- • Children's play area onboard
- • Family cabins with bunk beds
- • Kids' menu in restaurants
- • Pet cabins available (book in advance)
Rent a Car in Nynäshamn or Stockholm
Pick up a rental car near Nynäshamn port or in Stockholm after the short train connection and explore Sweden at your own pace.
Europcar
60 min from port (Stockholm)Largest European network with convenient pickup near Stockholm
Sixt
60 min from port (Stockholm)Premium fleet with modern vehicles available in Stockholm
Hertz
60 min from port (Stockholm)Global provider with a wide range of vehicles in Stockholm
Budget
60 min from port (Stockholm)Budget-friendly rentals with competitive Stockholm rates