Wagone | Rail Adventures

3 to 4-week Around the Baltic Sea Train Itinerary

StartCopenhagen

Duration3-4 weeks

TypeLoop

Legs10

Cost480-700€

Embark on a captivating tour around the Baltic Sea, starting in the stylish city of Copenhagen. Explore the historic beauty of Stockholm and the seaside charm of Helsinki before crossing to Tallinn's medieval old town. Continue to the cultural vibrancy of Riga, the baroque splendor of Vilnius, and the dynamic capital of Warsaw. Discover Gdansk's maritime heritage, then conclude your journey with the rich history of Berlin and the lively port city of Hamburg.

Itinerary Overview

3 to 4-week Around the Baltic Sea Train Itinerary

Starting from another city?

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: From Copenhagen to Stockholm

Train|Transfer

0h40 + 5h00

70-130€

Departure:Copenhagen Central StationDenmark

Arrival:Stockholm Central StationSweden

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.

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: From Stockholm to Helsinki

Ferry|Direct

18h00

150-180€

Departure:Stockholm VärtahamnenSweden

Arrival:Helsinki Olympia TerminalFinland

Operator(s):Tallink

Additional Information

Ferry departs daily around 5PM and arrives around 10AM the next day.

Recommended Duration

2 days in Helsinki.

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: From Helsinki to Tallinn

Ferry|Direct

2h00

30-40 €

Departure:Helsinki West Harbor Terminal 2Finland

Arrival:Tallinn D-terminalEstonia

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.

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: From Tallinn to Riga

Bus|Direct

4h30

15-25€

Departure:Tallinn Coach StationEstonia

Arrival:Riga Coach StationLatvia

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.

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: From Riga to Vilnius

Train|Direct

4h15

24€

Departure:Riga-PasažieruLatvia

Arrival:Vilnius Central Lithuania

Operator(s):LTG LINK

Additional Information

Daily train leaving Riga at around 3:30PM

Recommended Duration

2 days in Vilnius.

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: From Vilnius to Warsaw

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: From Warsaw to Gdansk

Train|Direct

2h40

16-40€

Departure:Warszawa CentralnaPoland

Arrival:Gdansk GlownyPoland

Operator(s):PKP InterCity (IC or EIP)

Additional Information

Multiple trains throughout the day.
The EIP train is more expensive.
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.

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: From Gdansk to Berlin

Train|Direct

5h30

50-60€

Departure:Gdansk GlownyPoland

Arrival:Berlin HauptbahnhofGermany

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.

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: From Berlin to Hamburg

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: From Hamburg to Copenhagen

Train|Direct

5h00 to 5h20

45-60€

Departure:Hamburg Hauptbahnhof Germany

Arrival:Copenhagen Central StationDenmark

Operator(s):Deutsche Bahn (EuroCity)

Additional Information

There are 7 trains per day.
Book several days / weeks ahead to benefit from the best pricing (last minute can be as high as 90€).
EuroCity trains are open for booking up to 6 months in advance.

Recommended Duration

2-3 days in Copenhagen.

Copenhagen

Iconic Landmarks: Little Mermaid statue, Tivoli Gardens amusement park.
Architecture: Christiansborg Palace, Amalienborg Palace, Rosenborg Castle.
Culture: Louisiana Museum of Modern Art.

3 to 4-week Around the Baltic Sea Train Itinerary

StartCopenhagen

Duration3-4 weeks

TypeLoop

Legs10

Cost480-700€

Itinerary Overview

Starting from another city?

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: From Copenhagen to Stockholm

Train|Transfer

0h40 + 5h00

70-130€

Departure:Copenhagen Central StationDenmark

Arrival:Stockholm Central StationSweden

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.