Changes in seat reservations on PKP Intercity trains
Starting June 9, 2024, significant changes will take effect regarding seat reservations in selected categories of PKP Intercity trains. According to the new regulations, mandatory seat reservations will be abolished in Flirt, ED-74, and diesel multiple units. These new regulations will allow these trains to exceed 100% capacity and permit passengers to travel with tickets that do not include seat reservations.
Up to and including June 8, 2024, the current regulations will remain in effect, requiring mandatory but free seat reservations. Unfortunately, this often led to fictitious seat reservations – many reservations were not used, preventing other passengers from utilizing the transportation services. These issues affected both long and short routes. This situation prompted the carrier to implement changes to improve the situation and increase seat availability for all passengers.
New Seat Reservation Fee for Periodic Tickets
Starting June 9, a fee will be introduced for seat reservations with periodic tickets (such as section tickets) purchased under the Multiprzejazd and Multiprzejazd Max offers. The reservation fee will be 3 PLN for journeys on TLK, IC, and EIC trains. In InterCity category trains operated with ED161 (Dart) units, reservations will remain mandatory. In other InterCity category trains composed of Flirt, ED-74, and diesel multiple units, as well as TLK, IC, and EIC trains composed of wagons, reservations will be optional. This means that a passenger can occupy any available seat until a passenger with a reservation claims it.
Ticket Refunds without Deductions
In connection with the planned changes, passengers will be able to return already purchased tickets without deduction of fees and without considering the refund deadlines specified in PKP Intercity regulations. The new rules aim to improve travel comfort and increase seat availability on trains, which is particularly important in the context of the upcoming holiday season and increased passenger traffic.