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How to get from Gdansk to Vilnius
Gdańsk to Vilnius is a long overland trip of about 550 km through north-eastern Poland. Driving takes about 7–8 h via the Suwałki area, and long-distance coaches take about 9–11 h. By train you need at least one change, usually in Warsaw, and the journey takes over 10 hours.
Best option: Bus. International coaches are the simplest public option, with few or no changes and lower fares than flights via hubs.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| bus International long-distance coaches from Gdańsk to Vilnius, direct or with one change | about 9–11 h | one or a few a day, including overnight | about €30–60 | Check current operators and timetables; some services change in Warsaw or Białystok. |
| car Via Elbląg or Olsztyn, Ełk and Suwałki, crossing at Budzisko/Kalvarija into Lithuania | about 7–8 h | fuel; check current Lithuanian road-charge rules before you go | Do not route through the Kaliningrad region of Russia. Roads in north-east Poland are partly two-lane. | |
| train PKP Intercity train from Gdańsk to Warsaw, then a cross-border train towards Vilnius via Białystok | about 10–12 h or more | limited connections | about €40–80 | Cross-border services change frequently; check current timetables on PKP Intercity and LTG Link. |
| flight Flights with a connection (for example via Warsaw or Riga) | about 4–7 h including the connection | daily connections | about €80–250 | Only worth it if you book early. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Make sure any satnav route avoids the Kaliningrad region; it is part of Russia and requires a visa.
- Overnight coaches save a hotel night but arrive very early.
- Consider breaking the drive in the Masurian Lakes or near Suwałki.
- Lithuania uses the euro; Poland uses the złoty.
Common questions
Is there a direct train from Gdańsk to Vilnius?
No direct train runs between Gdańsk and Vilnius. You go to Warsaw by PKP Intercity, about 3 hours, then take a cross-border connection towards Vilnius via Białystok. The full trip takes 10 hours or more. Cross-border rail services have changed several times in recent years, so check current timetables before planning.
How long does it take to drive from Gdańsk to Vilnius?
About 7–8 hours for roughly 550 km, via the Masurian region and Suwałki, crossing into Lithuania near Budzisko. Avoid routes through the Kaliningrad region, which is Russian territory. Roads in north-east Poland are partly single-carriageway with heavy lorry traffic, so plan breaks.
What is the cheapest way from Gdańsk to Vilnius?
Usually a long-distance coach, at about €30–60 if booked a few days ahead, for a trip of roughly 9–11 hours. Train fares are similar or higher and take longer with changes. Flights require a connection and are rarely cheap unless booked well ahead.
Can I break the journey from Gdańsk to Vilnius?
Yes, and it makes the trip more pleasant. The Masurian Lakes, around Giżycko or Mikołajki, and the Suwałki region are on the way for drivers. By public transport, Warsaw is the natural stopover, as most train and many coach connections pass through it.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.