Can seats be reserved on Polregio trains? | PolishTrains

At a glance

• Polregio trains do not offer seat reservations - passengers take any available seat on board
• No seat reservation means no need to buy tickets well in advance for Polregio journeys
• Polregio tickets do not show a carriage or seat number, unlike reservation-based carriers
• Boarding at the departure station or travelling off-peak gives the best chance of finding a free seat
• Tickets are flexible - most allow travel on different trains within the ticket validity period
• Polregio covers the whole of Poland with regional routes complementing the PKP Intercity long-distance network

Polregio, the carrier formerly known as Przewozy Regionalne, covers the whole of Poland, but its routes, unlike those of InterCity, are not as extensive. As such, no seat reservation is provided. Polregio allows passengers to occupy any seat available on the train, except those reserved for conductors.

If you want to choose a specific seat, it is best to arrive at the station a short while earlier. In the case of an early station, the train may be put in earlier, giving you time to choose your seat.

Polregio - seat reservation: do I need to buy a ticket in advance?

The fact that no seat reservation is required on all of the carrier's trains means that you do not need to buy a ticket well in advance. You can make your purchase the same day online (e.g. on the PolishTrains website) or at the ticket office.

Polregio's lack of a seat reservation system also has its advantages:

• The ability to change during the journey - not having to occupy the seat allocated on your ticket allows you to move freely on the train. If, during your journey, you want to change carriages or join your friends travelling in a different part of the train, nothing stands in your way!
• Chance of a seat even if you buy your ticket at the last minute - it doesn't matter when you buy your ticket, you can always have a seat. In addition, by planning your journey at the last minute, you don't have to worry about there being no tickets available.
• Flexibility in train choice - as there are no seat reservations on Polregio trains, tickets also have fewer restrictions. Most single or season tickets have a specific validity time and are not assigned to a specific train. This means that if you miss your train or want to travel at a different time, you can do so as long as you can fit in the validity period of your ticket.
• Simpler purchase process - not having to select a seat makes buying a ticket quicker and easier.
• Easier group travel - if you want to travel together with friends, you don't need to ask them for their seat or carriage number to travel together. All you need to do is buy separate tickets for a particular route and take any seats next to each other.

Reservations on regional trains are not possible, but that doesn't mean you don't have the chance to travel in comfort and convenience, even if the journey takes several hours.

Travelling on Polregio without seat reservation - useful tips

• Choose trains that run at off-peak times - this gives you a better chance of finding a suitable seat. Travelling at less popular times - before noon or late in the evening increases your chances of having more seats available.
• Choose non-obvious seats - close to the entrance and at the beginning of the train tend to have the biggest crowds, it's worth opting for the end carriages, which tend to be less crowded.
• Buy your ticket early - buying your ticket early does not guarantee a seat, but it will allow you to avoid queuing at the ticket office. If possible, buy your ticket early and preferably book your connections online.
• Choose a season ticket - if you often travel the same route,opt for a season ticket instead of a single ticket. This is much cheaper and allows you to change your travel plans at any time. There is less risk of forgetting your ticket and, when you board the train, looking for the conductor to buy your ticket instead of getting a good seat.

Buying your ticket online - comfortable travel with Polregio

As you already know, by choosing to buy your ticket online, you will avoid queuing at the ticket office and, what's more, your ticket will be available from your smartphone. You don't even have to search through your email to find it. By using the PolishTrains service, you will gain access to a dedicated mobile application where you can quickly find your current ticket.

Is Polregio planning to introduce seat booking in the future?

Wondering if Polregio will be changing its seat booking policies in the near future? We are already in a hurry to answer. There is currently no official information that the carrier is going to change the rules. However, it is worth remembering that rail services are constantly being developed to ensure the comfort and convenience of passengers. In order not to miss various changes and news, it is worth following the news from the world of rail transport. If you want to keep up to date, be sure to check the latest publications on the PolishTrains website. In addition to the possibility of searching for connections and buying tickets, the website offers a rich database of articles where you will find many interesting and interesting topics related to railways and train travel.