How do you ride the train in Poland?

How do you ride the train in Poland? Unless you have a rail pass, you are going to need a ticket. All major stations have ticket offices, and you can make your purchase there. You can also purchase a ticket from the conductor on the train (except on EIP-category trains). There is a surcharge for this if the station you left from had an open ticket office.

Are there toilets on Polish trains?

There are restrooms at the end of each car. If you're in a first class compartment, your seat will probably recline a bit if you want to sleep. Many refurbished carriages also offer outlets to plug in your laptop or phone charger.

How do you pay for trains in Poland?

The Polrail Service online store accepts credit card payments. If you have to purchase tickets at the station, most station ticket offices accept credit cards. Additionally, PKP InterCity conductors now have credit card terminals for accepting payments on board the train.

What is the cheapest way to travel around Poland?

Are trains in Poland cheap?

Rail travel is very cheap and tickets for most journeys within Poland can easily be purchased at the station before departure.

Is it easy to travel by train in Poland?

For the traveller to Poland, rail travel is one of the best ways to get around the country. There is a domestic airline service, and the road system is better than 10 years ago, but the traffic and parking problems that many cities now experience, travel by travel by rail is still the most comfortable and convenient.

Do you need to buy train tickets in advance in Poland?

Get your ticket Tickets and reservations can be booked in advance for trips inside Poland (up to 30 days in advance for domestic trains), and to/from other countries in the region (up to 60 day in advance). Unless you have a rail pass, you are going to need a ticket.

Are Polish trains expensive?

Tickets for regional trains and express trains in Poland are not expensive. Remember to check if you qualify for one of many discounts for for Children, students, the elderly, pensioners, the disabled, large families and others. The price of a ticket will depend on the type of train, distance and the class.

What is Zone 1 and 2 in Warsaw?

The first zone (1) covers the area of Warsaw and selected municipalities. It happens that the zone occasionally extends beyond the city limits (to the so-called border stop). The second zone (2) comprises towns and villages outside Warsaw. Passengers may travel through zone 1 using tickets valid in zone 1.

Can you pay for the train at the station?

Step 3: Buy Your Ticket Metrolink offers two main ways to purchase your ticket: on the fly and from the comfort of your home and at the station before you board, Metrolink also offers contactless ticketing through the Mobile App available for download here.