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In Gdansk city, it is possible to get to Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport from the central stations and elsewhere in 30-35 minutes by train, bus or tram. If you prefer a faster and more comfortable means of transportation, there are taxi and car rental companies from which you can get a service during day or night.

Train

It is very easy and economical to reach the airport by buses and trams as well as express and regional trains. One of the last three stops of the SKM trains in yellow or blue color is Gdansk Glowny central railway station. You can go to the airport in 30-40 minutes by a train leaving this station in the heart of the city. You can also arrive by using the Gdansk-Wrzessez and Gdansk city center - Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport trains, which depart every 15 minutes.

Bus

It is very affordable to use the Gdansk buses in your trip from the city center to the Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport. There are frequent bus stops in the city, and you can get your ticket from vending machines which have an English language option. The tickets you will buy in Gdansk, where there are different tariffs, will be valid in buses, trams and trains. You can choose the ticket fare that suits you best among alternatives such as single-use ticket and tickets valid for 1 hour, 12 hours, and 24 hours. Currently, the single-use ticket costs 3.20 Zlotys, while the 1 hour ticket costs 3.80 Zlotys. There are direct buses to the Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport from the Dworzec PKS station (directly opposite the main railway station), the main bus station in the city.

There are also buses to the airport departing from two major train stations and other central points in the city. The bus number 210, which has two different routes, goes directly to the Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport from both the central bus station and the train stations. Taking bus number 210, which departs every 30 minutes during the week and every 60 minutes on weekends, is the most practical way to get to the airport. You have to pay 3 Zlotys to take this bus.

If you will be travelling at night, you should use the N3 night bus which has the same route as 210. You can reach Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport in maximum 40 minutes. Other than that, 120 and 4A buses have similar stops with 210 lines. The bus number 122 from the Sopot Kamienny Potok district of Gdansk and the bus 110 from the Wrzeszcz train station are other alternatives that can be taken to get to the airport.

Tram

In Gdansk, where two types of trams, old and new, are serving, the new trams are regularly taking passengers from the city center to the airport. The tram you can use as a transit can be a practical means of transportation to get to Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport because almost all of the tram lines pass through the city.

Taxi

Taxis are no doub the most preferred means of transport in Gdansk. But it's a good idea to make sure that the taxi driver is using a taximeter because of the widespread pirate taxiing in town. Taxi fares in Gdansk start at 7 Polish Zlotys. Then they charge a fee of 2.5 Zlotys per kilometer. The average cost of arriving by taxi to Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport from the city center is 80 Zloty.

Car Rental

It is practical and cheap to go Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport, which is only 16 kilometers away from the city, by renting a car. It is possible to arrive at the airport in 20-25 minutes. Some of the domestic and foreign car rental companies located in the central regions of the city are Budget / Avis, Express, Panek, Enterprise, Dollar, Europcar, Hertz, Thrifty, Joka, Easy Terra Car Rental and Sixt. Once you have rented your car, you need to travel along the express way S6 (E8) which shortens the distance between Gdansk city center and Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport.

Airport Information

Gdansk Airport, also known as Lech Walesa, is located 16 kilometers west of Gdansk city center. There are VIP and rest rooms where you can spend time while waiting for your flight at the airport which has three terminals in total. In addition, there are facilities such as currency exchange, ATMs and banking facilities. In the cafés and restaurants you can taste local Polish dishes. In addition, free internet access is available at the airport, where travel agencies and car rental companies serve 24/7.

The Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, also referred to as Madrid-Barajas Airport, is located 12 km from Madrid’s city center. There are a variety of transportation alternatives to get to the city center from the airport including the metro, trains, buses, taxis, or rental cars.

Metro

Madrid’s metro system is a modern, clean, and quick transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport. There are two metro stations at the airport that provide convenient transportation to the city’s metro system. There is a station located in Terminal 2, which is accessible from the other terminals using the airport’s inter-terminal transportation system. The other station is located in Terminal 4. Metro Line 8 runs through both stations. Departing from Terminal 4, Metro Line 8 runs to the following lines respectively, Barajas, Airport T1-T2-T3, Campo de las Naciones, Mar de Cristal, Pinar del Rey, Colombia, all the way to the Nuevos Ministerios Station in only 12 minutes. At the Nuevos Ministerios Station you can transfer to Metro Line 10 and Metro Line 6, depending on your destination in the city. You can also transfer to Line 4 at the Mar de Cristal Station.  

We recommend taking a look at the Madrid Metro System online beforehand, or getting a map at the airport, to find out which metro line you should take depending on your final destination in the city. The metro is an affordable and convenient method of transportation to get to the city center. However, you might have to transfer at multiple locations depending on your final destination. So if you have a lot of luggage then taking the metro can be a bit troublesome. The Madrid metro system runs from 6 am to 2 am. Metro Line 8 operates every 5 minutes. If you purchase a Madrid Tourist Travel Pass then you will be paying less for public transportation and won’t have to deal with purchasing separate tickets for each ride. These cards are valid on the metro, buses, and trains.  

Train

Another convenient method of transportation to get to the city center from the airport is by using the RENFE trains. There is a station located in Terminal 4, which is accessible from the other terminals using the airport’s inter-terminal transportation system. From this station you can get to stops in the city like Chamartin, Nuevos Ministerios, Atocha, and Principe Pio by taking the C1 trains. The total train ride from the airport station to Chamartin Station takes 11 minutes and the total train ride from the airport station to Principe Pio Station takes 38 minutes. The C1 trains operate from 5:15 am to 12:15 am and run every 30 minutes.

Bus

Buses are another form of transportation to get to the city center and its surrounding areas from the airport. Airport Express buses provide transportation along Plaza Cibeles to the city’s main railway station, Atocha Station. This station is also quite close to the city’s main bus stop. These buses operate 24 hours a day and run every 15 minutes during the day and every 35 minutes at night. These yellow buses also let off passengers at the junction of O’Donnell and Doctor Esquerdo and stops along Plaza de Cibeles before arriving at Atocha Station. The ride from the airport to the last stop takes about 40 minutes under normal traffic conditions. In addition, there are regular public bus services that provide transportation to various locations in the city. Bus line 200 runs from each terminal to the Avenida de America Station, where you can connect to other major bus routes. Bus line 200 operates from 5 am to 11:30 pm and runs every 12 to 15 minutes during rush hour.

Taxi

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport is by taxi. Taxis are easily accessible outside of the arrivals hall. Since the airport is located in such close proximity to the city center, only 13 km away, taking a taxi is a comfortable option. Official taxicabs in Madrid are colored white with a red stripe on them. Taxis operate using a taximeter but also use maximum and minimum flat rate fares. For example, if you are traveling 10 km away then the minimum fare will be 20 euros. But if you are traveling to specific sections in the city then your maximum fare will be 30 euros. These prices can vary over time and taxi fares are higher over the weekend, during public holidays, and at night between 9 pm and 6 am. For more detailed information on taxi fares and services please take a look at Madrid-Barajas Airport’s website.  

Rental Car

Renting a car is another alternative to get to the city center from the airport, especially if you’re planning on exploring areas surrounding the city. However, if you plan on only staying in the city then keep in mind that parking and traffic can be a problem. It might not be worth renting a car considering the fact that public transportation is so convenient. Regardless, there are various rental car companies that have offices at the airport, such as Sixt, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Enterprise and ATESA. Rental car offices can be found in the arrivals hall of terminals 1 and 4.

Airport Information

Located 12 km from the city center,  Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, also referred to as Madrid-Barajas Airport, is the main airport in Madrid, serving both international and domestic flights. Madrid-Barajas Airport consists of 4 terminals, Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3, and Terminal 4, which was built in 2006. Terminal 4 is the largest terminal in the airport and operates flights for many major airlines such as Turkish Airlines and American Airlines. It is an impressive structure with modern architecture that also features a satellite building, TS4. Terminal 1 is the airport’s oldest building and another major terminal. Many airlines take off and land at Terminal 1. Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 are smaller in comparison to the others. Terminal 3 is dedicated to flights operated by Lagun Air. There is an airport shuttle bus that runs 24 hours a day, providing inter-terminal transportation.

Internet at the airport is free for the first 15 minutes. In Terminal 4 you can connect to the internet by paying a fee. In Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3 you can connect to the internet in the departure lounges, VIP lounges, and restaurant area.

There are various VIP lounges located at the airport. The La Revoltosa and Premium lounges at Terminal 4, La Revoltosa lounge in Terminal 4S, Cibeles lounge in Terminal 1, Puerta de Alcala lounge in Terminal 2, and Puerto del Sol lounge in Terminal 3 are accessible for those with a Priority Pass card. Apart from those there are 3 VIP lounges in Terminal 4 belonging to Iberia Airlines. Madrid-Barajas Airport offers passengers a rich variety of stores where they can go shopping. If you weren’t able to do as much shopping as you would have liked during your time in the city, you can easily make up for it at the airport.

There are many stores at the airport where you can buy various products such as duty free items, food, cosmetics, gifts, electronics, clothing, jewelry, and accessories. While the majority of the stores are located in Terminal 1 and Terminal 4 there are plenty of options in the other terminals as well. The airport is home to many brand name stores such as Adidas, Carolina Herrera, Sunglass Hut, Hugo Boss, Burberry, Massimo Dutti, Zara, and Michael Kors.  

Madrid-Barajas Airport also offers passengers a range of eateries aimed at meeting their pre-flight and post-flight needs. If you want to get a bite to eat or something to drink before or after your flight you can go enjoy familiar venues such as Starbucks, Mc Donald’s, Burger King, Paul, and Lavazza. The airport also features various cafes and restaurants that serve delicious examples of international cuisine.