How to get to Sopot
Sopot is a compact seaside resort in northern Poland, located between Gdańsk and Gdynia in the Tricity (Trójmiasto) metropolitan area.
By plane (recommended for international arrivals)
The nearest airport is Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (GDN), approximately 16–17 km by road from Sopot. It is served by many operators and provides convenient connections across Europe. From the airport, the most convenient public-transport option is the train:
- Trains from the airport can take you to Sopot with a change at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz.
- If you need to change, transfer at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz to an SKM (Fast Urban Railway) train in the direction of Gdynia/Wejherowo and get off at Sopot.
Taxis and ride-hailing services are also available at the airport and provide a direct transfer to Sopot (travel time depends heavily on traffic).
By train (excellent within Poland)
Sopot has a central railway station (Sopot / Sopot Główny) served by local SKM trains across the Tricity area and long-distance services on the national network. The station is in the town centre, about 1 km from the beach.
For up-to-date timetables and ticket purchases, use the official national journey planner and PKP Intercity ticketing channels. PKP Intercity
From Gdańsk or Gdynia (local travel)
Within Tricity, the SKM is typically the fastest and simplest way to move between city centres. Trains run frequently (with headways varying by time of day).
By car
Sopot is accessible via the S6 corridor and local roads from both Gdańsk and Gdynia. Traffic in central Sopot can be dense, and parking in the centre is metered/paid.
On arrival: getting to the seafront and main area
Sopot is walkable. The main pedestrian promenade Bohaterów Monte Cassino (“Monciak”) links the train station area with the pier and beach, making it easy to reach key locations on foot.