Quiet zone on the train | PolishTrains
Want to travel by train in peace and quiet? Have you heard about the Zone of Silence service of InterCity and Pendolino? On these trains you can travel noise-free! Read on to find out what the rules are on the carriage with the Quiet Zone, where exactly this compartment is located, who can use it and how to buy tickets..
At a glance
At a glance
- The Quiet Zone was introduced by PKP Intercity in 2016 on Pendolino (EIP) trains
- On Pendolino, the Quiet Zone occupies carriage 7 with around 60 second-class seats
- No additional surcharge applies for choosing a Quiet Zone seat
- Phone calls and electronic device sounds are not permitted in the Quiet Zone
- On IC trains the Quiet Zone is available only in selected PesaDart and Flirt sets
- The crossed-out loudspeaker symbol on the seat map indicates Quiet Zone carriages
From this article you will learn:
🤫 what the Quiet Zone is on the train,.
👉 what the rules are in the Quiet Zone,.
✅ why you should choose a ticket in the Quiet Zone,.
🚝 O n which trains it is valid,.
📲 how to buy a ticket in the Car of Silence..
What does the Quiet Zone mean on the train?
The Quiet Zone on the train is a specially designated carriage where passengers who value peace and quiet can travel. In this part of the train, you will not experience the phone calls of other passengers or the sounds of electronic devices. Instead, you will have the peace and quiet you need to read a book, work, relax or take a short nap.
The Zone of Silence car is a service introduced by PKP Intercity in 2016 on Express InterCity Premium (Pendolino) trains. Due to its growing popularity, the Zone of Silence also appeared as a pilot programme on InterCity trains in September 2022. The high level of interest in IC meant that here, too, the Quiet Zone carriage became a permanent part of the carrier's offering.
What rules apply in the Zone of Silence?
Those who choose to travel in this type of compartment should, above all, avoid conversations both on the telephone and with other passengers. In exceptional situations, you may communicate with fellow travellers in a whisper, other conversations should be postponed or you should leave the carriage. Conversations are not prohibited, for example in the WARS restaurant carriage, where you can go for a delicious meal and have a chat at the same time.
You are also not allowed to listen to music loudly in the Quiet Zone. If you want to listen to your favourite tunes, put on your headphones and turn up the playback to a quieter level. The same applies to watching films, playing games or other sounds from laptops and mobile devices. It is best to mute the sounds or use headphones so as not to disturb others.
Itis also better to refrain from eating in this carriage. This is so that no rustling or gurgling will disturb the other passengers. If you want to eat a meal, go to the catering carriage.
The PKP Quiet Zone will therefore be a suitable choice for:
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people who are tired or irritated by intense sounds,
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people who want to study or work and who want to concentrate as much as possible on the task at hand,
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Those who appreciate quiet and a peaceful journey,
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people planning a business trip,
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elderly people who react badly to noise,
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people on the autism spectrum,
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people who are hypersensitive to sounds or have sensory impairments.
Advantages and disadvantages of a quiet zone on board trains
The advantages include, above all:
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comfort on journeys for those working, studying or studying,
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conditions conducive to concentration and relaxation,
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a pleasant atmosphere in the carriage for those in need of quiet,
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absence of intense noise,
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the opportunity to read your favourite novels away from the noise.
The Zone of Silence also has its disadvantages, among them:
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limited availability of seats, they are usually only in one carriage on the train,
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a lack of flexibility - people who even once urgently need to answer the phone have to do so outside the compartment,
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the possibility of not following the rules - sometimes parents with young children or people who are not familiar with the rules accidentally end up in the Quiet Zone.
Remember that due to the small number of seats, it is advisable to buy this type of ticket in advance. Has the availability of the Zone of Silence convinced you to plan a business trip on the PKP? Check out our guide, which will take you a little closer to the subject!
Quiet Zone in Pendolino
The Pendolino Quiet Zone is now located in every Express InterCity Premium train. It covers the entire carriage number 7, with a total of 61 seats available for passengers in this compartment.
The Quiet Zone on the EIP is a compartmentless carriage in which the following are available for reservation:
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1 single seat,
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16 table seats,
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44 double seats.
Read our guide:the Pendolino seat timetable, so you don't get lost in the numbering and can easily find your seat.
Quiet zone on IC trains
Intercity's Quiet Zone is an offer introduced a little later than the Pendolino quiet car. However, the popularity of this compartment in IC is just as high. Currently, the Quiet Zone is only found on PesaDart and Flirt trains. However, it does not cover the whole carriage, but only a separate part of it in carriage 8. Depending on the type of train, 32 or 20 seats in the Quiet Zone are available for travellers, respectively.
The Quiet Zone is only available on selected trains. You will find out whether it is available on a particular train when you search for a connection in PolishTrains. When booking tickets, you will find this information when selecting a seat from the seat map - seats in the Quiet Zone are marked with a crossed-out loudspeaker symbol.
You can read more in the guide: Intercity train tickets.
How do I buy a ticket to ride in the Quiet Zone?
Thinking about buying an InterCity or Pendolino Zone of Silence ticket? Decided it's the perfect solution for you? It's time to buy your ticket! Start by finding your chosen connection in the PKP timetable.
If you are using the PolishTrains website or mobile app, simply select a seat in the Zone of Silence from the seat map when booking - you will find it easily as it is specially marked in the legend. Then continue with your ticket purchase in the standard way.
For step-by-step instructions on how to buy a ticket, see our other article: How to buy a train ticket? Step-by-step guide.
Most importantly, choosing a seat in the Quiet Zone does not incur any additional charges! Travelling in this compartment, you will pay the same price for your ticket as in other Class 2 carriages. This offer has a significant impact on the popularity of travelling in the quiet carriage. In addition, due to the limited number of seats, tickets in this compartment sell out quickly. Therefore, if you want to travel in the Silent Zone, it is worth buying your ticket in advance - even 30 days before departure.
Normal ticket prices in the Pendolino Quiet Zone on selected routes:
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Cracow - Warsaw from 108 PLN
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Katowice - Warsaw from 83 PLN
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Warsaw - Gdynia from 83 PLN
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Warsaw - Szczecin from 80 PLN
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Poznań - Warsaw from 82 zł
Get some peace and quiet during your trip - book your ticket today at PolishTrains!
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Frequently asked questions
The Quiet Zone on the Pendolino occupies carriage 7 and holds around 60 seats in second class. Check the seat map before purchasing, as the configuration may differ depending on the train set.
No. The ticket price depends on the class, fare and any applicable discounts, and choosing the Quiet Zone carries no additional supplement. If no seats are available in that section, you can select a regular seat in the same class.
Yes, but you must respect the rules that apply in that carriage. If you are travelling with a young child and expect feeding, conversation or frequent movement, it is better to choose a different carriage.
Not on every service. On the Pendolino it appears on most EIP sets, while on IC trains it is only found in selected PesaDart and Flirt sets. Check the seat map when booking to confirm availability on your specific service.
After selecting your connection, open the seat map and look for the crossed-out loudspeaker symbol. If the symbol is absent, choose a different service or check an alternative departure time.
The Quiet Zone on the Pendolino occupies carriage 7 and holds around 60 seats in second class. Check the seat map before purchasing, as the configuration may differ depending on the train set.
No. The ticket price depends on the class, fare and any applicable discounts, and choosing the Quiet Zone carries no additional supplement. If no seats are available in that section, you can select a regular seat in the same class.
Yes, but you must respect the rules that apply in that carriage. If you are travelling with a young child and expect feeding, conversation or frequent movement, it is better to choose a different carriage.
Not on every service. On the Pendolino it appears on most EIP sets, while on IC trains it is only found in selected PesaDart and Flirt sets. Check the seat map when booking to confirm availability on your specific service.
After selecting your connection, open the seat map and look for the crossed-out loudspeaker symbol. If the symbol is absent, choose a different service or check an alternative departure time.