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3 to 4-week Around the Baltic Sea Train Itinerary
Start
Copenhagen
Duration
3-4 weeks
Type
Loop
Legs
10
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Itinerary Overview
Leg 1
From
Copenhagen
to
Stockholm
Leg 2
From
Stockholm
to
Helsinki
Leg 3
From
Helsinki
to
Tallinn
Leg 4
From
Tallinn
to
Riga
Leg 5
From
Riga
to
Vilnius
Leg 6
From
Vilnius
to
Warsaw
Leg 7
From
Warsaw
to
Gdansk
Leg 8
From
Gdansk
to
Berlin
Leg 9
From
Berlin
to
Hamburg
Leg 10
From
Hamburg
to
Copenhagen
Leg 1: Copenhagen to Stockholm
Recommended
Train
|
Transfer
0h40 + 5h00
Departure:
Copenhagen Central Station
Denmark
Arrival:
Stockholm Central Station
Sweden
Operator(s):
VY
(SJ / Snälltåget)
Additional information
You need to change trains in Malmö.
There are multiple trains per hour going from Copenhagen to Malmö.
This first leg has a fixed price of 15€.
The entire journey consists of 2 different operators.
You can buy the whole journey via
Öresundståg
; however, I’d still recommend consulting
SJ
to compare prices.
Recommended duration
3 days in Stockholm.
What to do in Stockholm?
Historic Old Town and Royal Palaces
: Gamla Stan (medieval Old Town), Royal Palace and Storkyrkan Cathedral.
Museums and Cultural Attractions
: Vasa Museum (17th century warship), ABBA Museum, Skansen open-air museum about Swedish history.
Archipelago and Waterfronts
: city spread across 14 islands, enjoy boat tours, kayaking, visit Djugarden and Gröna Lund amusement park.
Leg 2: Stockholm to Helsinki
Recommended
Ferry
|
Direct
18h00
Departure:
Stockholm Värtahamnen
Sweden
Arrival:
Helsinki Olympia Terminal
Finland
Operator(s):
Tallink
Additional information
Ferry departs daily around 5PM and arrives around 10AM the next day.
Recommended duration
2 days in Helsinki.
What to do in Helsinki?
Modern Design and Architecture
: Temppeliaukio Church, Design District.
Nature and Outdoor Activities
: Plenty of parks, islands like Suomenlinna, activities such as boating, swimming and hiking.
Cultural Scene
: Ateneum Art Museum, National Museum of Finland.
Leg 3: Helsinki to Tallinn
Recommended
Ferry
|
Direct
2h00
Departure:
Helsinki West Harbor Terminal 2
Finland
Arrival:
Tallinn D-terminal
Estonia
Operator(s):
Tallink
Additional information
There are 6 ferries during the day.
Book a couple of days ahead to benefit from best pricing.
Recommended duration
2-3 days in Tallinn.
What to do in Tallinn?
Medieval Old Town
: UNESCO World Heritage site, Town Hall Square, Toompea Castle, Alexader Nevsky Cathedral.
Historic and cultural sites
: Kumu Art Museum, Estonian Maritime Museum, Seaplane Harbour.
Modern attractions
: Telliskivi Creative City with trendy shops & cafes.
Leg 4: Tallinn to Riga
Recommended
Bus
|
Direct
4h30
Departure:
Tallinn Coach Station
Estonia
Arrival:
Riga Coach Station
Latvia
Operator(s):
Lux Express
Additional information
There are several buses per day.
Book ahead to benefit from the best pricing.
Recommended duration
2 days in Riga.
What to do in Riga?
Art Nouveau Architecture
: Many stunning building along Alberta Street.
Historic Old Town
: A UNESCO World Heritage, Riga Cathedal, House of the Blackheads, St.Peter's Church.
Culture and Museums
: Latvian National Museum of Art, Riga Motor Museum, Riga Opera Festival, Christmas markets.
Leg 5: Riga to Vilnius
What to do in Vilnius?
Historic Old Town
: UNESCO site featuring baroque architecture, Vilnius Cathedral, Church of St. Peter and St. Paul
Culture
: Museum of the Occupations and Freedom Fights, National Museum.
Green spaces and Hilltop Views
: Bernardine Gardens, Vings Park, Gediminas Hill for panoramic views.
Leg 6: Vilnius to Warsaw
Recommended
Alternative
Train
|
Transfer
1h20 + 7h45
Departure:
Vilnius Central
Lithuania
Arrival:
Warszawa Centralna
Poland
Operator(s):
LTG LINK
(AB Lietuvos gelezinkeliai + PKP InterCity)
Additional information
Change trains in Kaunas (you can also add a quick stop in this city).
Daily train departing at 13:40 from Kaunas.
Train change at Mockava station (because the train tracks are different in Poland and Lithuania).
Book your train a couple of days/weeks in advance.
Use the PKP Intercity App to book.
Recommended duration
2-3 days in Warsaw.
What to do in Warsaw?
Rebuilt Old Town and Royal Route
: Picturesque squares, the Royal Castle, Market Square.
Modern Attractions and Museums
: POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews, Warsaw Uprising Museum, Palace of Culture and Science.
Green Spaces and Vistula River
: Lazienki Park and riverside for walks and outdoor activities.
Leg 7: Warsaw to Gdansk
Recommended
Train
|
Direct
2h40
Departure:
Warszawa Centralna
Poland
Arrival:
Gdansk Glowny
Poland
Operator(s):
PKP InterCity
(IC or EIP)
Additional information
Multiple trains throughout the day.
Recommend to buy your ticket a couple of days in advance.
Recommended duration
2 days in Gdansk.
You can also visit Sopot (beach town) nearby accessible by train.
What to do in Gdansk?
Rich History and Architecture
: Old town featuring stunning architecture like the Gothic-style St. Mary’s Church, colorful facades of Long Market.
Maritime Heritage
: Gdańsk Crane and the National Maritime Museum.
World War II History
: Museum of the Second World War, European Solidarity Centre, celebrating the city’s role in the fall of communism.
Leg 8: Gdansk to Berlin
Recommended
Train
|
Direct
5h30
Departure:
Gdansk Glowny
Poland
Arrival:
Berlin Hauptbahnhof
Germany
Operator(s):
PKP InterCity
(EC)
Additional information
Daily train leaving Gdansk at 9:35AM.
Book several days ahead to benefit from the best pricing (price tend to surge 1-2 days before).
Use the PKP Intercity App to book your tickets (the website is not user-friendly).
Recommended duration
3-4 days in Berlin.
What to do in Berlin?
Historical Landmarks
: Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburg Gate, Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe.
Culture
: World-class museums on Museum Island, eclectic neighborhoods like Kreuzberg.
Vibrant Nightlife and Music
: Numerous clubs, bars, and music venues, including the famous Berghain.
Leg 9: Berlin to Hamburg
What to do in Hamburg?
Historic Port City
: The bustling Port of Hamburg, with its historic Speicherstadt warehouse district, the Elbphilharmonie concert hall.
Cultural Richness
: The vibrant arts scene in the Reeperbahn, Museums and theaters of the Kunstmeile (Art Mile).
Lively Canals and Parks
: Planten un Blomen, boat tour through the city’s canals and lakes.
Leg 10: Hamburg to Copenhagen
Recommended
Train
|
Direct
5h00 to 5h20
Departure:
Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
Germany
Arrival:
Copenhagen Central Station
Denmark
Operator(s):
Deutsche Bahn
(EuroCity)
Additional information
There are 7 trains per day.
Book several days / weeks ahead to benefit from the best pricing.
EuroCity trains are open for booking up to 6 months in advance.
Recommended duration
2-3 days in Copenhagen.
What to do in Copenhagen?
Iconic Landmarks
: Little Mermaid statue, Tivoli Gardens amusement park.
Architecture
: Christiansborg Palace, Amalienborg Palace, Rosenborg Castle.
Culture
: Louisiana Museum of Modern Art.
Recommended
Alternative
Train
|
Direct
2h30
Departure:
Berlin Hauptbahnhof
Germany
Arrival:
Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
Germany
Operator(s):
Deutsche Bahn
(ICE)
Additional information
Direct train operates on an hourly-basis.
Book several days ahead.
ICE trains reservation usually open up to 180 days in advance.
Recommended duration
2 days in Hamburg.
Recommended
Alternative
Train
|
Direct
4h15
Departure:
Riga-Pasažieru
Latvia
Arrival:
Vilnius Central
Lithuania
Operator(s):
LTG LINK
Additional information
Daily train leaving Riga at around 3:30PM
Recommended duration
2 days in Vilnius.
