How to travel from Gdańsk to Zakopane

There are 3 options to travel between Gdańsk and Zakopane including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Gdańsk to Zakopane is a bus with an average price of €26.

This is compared to other travel options from Gdańsk to Zakopane:

A bus is €37 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gdańsk to Zakopane costing on average €63.

A bus is €44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gdańsk to Zakopane costing on average €69.

The fastest way to travel from Gdańsk to Zakopane is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 31m.

Other travel options to Zakopane take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 42m.

Bus takes on average 10h 30m.

The distance from Gdańsk to Zakopane is approximately 353 miles (569 km).

The average frequency per day from Gdańsk to Zakopane is:

• Around 21 flights per day.
• Around 9 buses per day.
• Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gdańsk and Zakopane as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Gdańsk to Zakopane:

• {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport and arrive in John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice.
• {stationMode_2} mostly depart from Gdańsk Główny and arrive in {arrivalStation_2}.
• {stationMode_3} mostly depart from Gdańsk, Dworzec Główny and arrive in Zakopane.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gdańsk to Zakopane, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Zakopane by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity to go to Zakopane by train.
• Travel with Lot Polish Airlines, Buzz to go to Zakopane by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Gdańsk to Zakopane with the following travel companies:

• 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
• 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity.
• 1 direct flights per day with Lot Polish Airlines, Buzz.

Omio customers who travel from Gdańsk to Zakopane often also extend their vacation to go to Kraków, Białka Tatrzańska, Warsaw, Prague, John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zakopane and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Zakopane to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Zakopane, visitors can enjoy skiing and snowboarding at popular resorts like Kasprowy Wierch, explore the Zakopane Style Museum to learn about the region's unique architectural style, and take a traditional horse-drawn sleigh ride through snowy landscapes. Relaxing at a thermal spa with mountain views and savoring traditional Polish dishes at local restaurants are also popular activities. Must-see sights include the hiking trails and stunning views in Tatra National Park, the panoramic vistas from Gubałówka Hill, the vibrant Krupówki Street, the impressive Wielka Krokiew ski jumping hill, and the picturesque Morskie Oko lake.

For a fulfilling experience in Zakopane, it's recommended to spend around 3 to 4 days. This allows visitors to enjoy the stunning Tatra Mountains, explore local attractions, and engage in outdoor activities like hiking and skiing.