Gdynia to Helsingborg by ferry
Helsingborg lies 407 km (253 mi) north-west of Gdynia, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 407 km (253 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 12 h 19 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
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| Gdynia | Helsingborg | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Poland | Sweden |
| Population | 257,000 | 104,250 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Warsaw) | UTC+2 (Europe/Stockholm) |
| Port | Port of Gdynia | Kopparverkshamnen |
| Postal codes | 80-008–81-969 | 250 02–259 99 |
What changes when you arrive in Helsingborg
Crossing from Poland into Sweden: money changes from the Zloty to the Krona (SEK); sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +46; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book ferries from Gdynia to Helsingborg
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Staying in Helsingborg
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Common questions
How far is Helsingborg from Gdynia?
407 km (253 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Gdynia; by road roughly 496 km (308 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gdynia to Helsingborg by ferry?
About 12 h 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gdynia and Helsingborg?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Helsingborg?
The Krona (SEK).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.