All the buses and most of the trams are modern, with air-conditioning in summer and heating in winter. Gdansk has no metro, but there is SKM train (SKM stands for Szybka Kolej Miejska i.e. Urban Rapid Rail), that is a fast way to travel within the main communication route. It is often called SKM Gdansk – Gdynia train.

Public transport in Gdańsk in 2026 is exceptional, forming part of an integrated "Tri-City" network that connects Gdańsk, Sopot, and Gdynia. The system relies on a high-frequency Tram network and a vast bus fleet, but the "crown jewel" is the SKM (Szybka Kolej Miejska) commuter rail. The SKM runs like a metro, with trains every 10–15 minutes, allowing you to zip between the historic Old Town of Gdańsk and the beaches of Sopot in less than 20 minutes. In 2026, the city uses the "Jakdojade" app as the standard for real-time routing and mobile ticketing. A high-value tip for travelers is to buy a 24-hour or 72-hour pass, which covers all trams and buses within the city limits. The vehicles are modern, air-conditioned, and remarkably punctual. For a more scenic "public" experience, the Water Tram (Ferry) lines operate during the summer, taking you from the Motława River out to the Westerplatte peninsula, offering a unique perspective of the city's famous shipyard cranes and Hanseatic architecture at a fraction of the cost of a private cruise.