Leo Express - routes and connections | PolishTrains
Leo Express is a private rail carrier that has been connecting the largest cities in Poland with the Czech Republic for several years. Thanks to its modern FLIRT trains, high standard of service and well-planned routes, travellers can comfortably get from Warsaw and Cracow to Prague, as well as to many other Czech cities. Routes offered by Leo Express include daily connections between the Polish and Czech capitals, and transfers in Bogumin enable continuation of the journey towards Brno, Olomouc or Bratislava.
At a glance
At a glance
- Leo Express operates two routes linking Poland and the Czech Republic, including Warsaw and Cracow to Prague
- Journey time from Warsaw to Prague is just under nine hours; from Cracow around seven hours
- Both day and night services are available, allowing flexible trip planning
- Four travel classes are offered: Economy, Economy Plus, Business and Premium
- All classes include free Wi-Fi and air conditioning; higher classes add drinks, snacks and premium seating
- Bicycles can be transported for 2 euros or 10 PLN, with advance reservation required
Leo Express - routes and connections
The Leo Express route network is designed for passengers who value the comfort and reliability of rail travel in the Central European region. The brand's trains currently run on the routes:
● Prague - Przera - Ostrava - Bogumin - Katowice - Cracow - Warsaw.
● Lichkov - Kladsko - Wrocław
Both routes form a coherent transport system between the Czech Republic and Poland, enabling both fast tourist journeys and regular business travel. Leo Express trains run several times a day, and the variety of departure times - morning, afternoon and night - allows you to tailor your journey to suit your individual plans. The carrier adjusts its timetable at different times of the year, so it is always worth checking the current rates.
Leo Express services are direct and run daily, and at selected times (e.g. holidays), the carrier increases the frequency. This gives travellers the flexibility to plan their trips whatever their destination.
International connections from Poland
Where to go on Leo Express trains. The destinations run from Poland to the Czech Republic, including primarily Warsaw and Cracow to Prague. Trains start from Eastern Warsaw, travel through Central Warsaw, Cracow Glowny, Oswiecim and Bogumin, and then head through Ostrava, Olomouc and Pardubice to their final station - Prague.
The journey time from Warsaw to Prague is just under 9 hours, while from Cracow to Prague it takes around 7 hours. A well-adjusted timetable makes it possible to choose a day or night journey, with arrival in the Czech capital in the morning.
In Bogumín, which is the main interchange, you can easily continue your journey further into the Czech Republic, including to Brno or Olomouc. In this way, the **Leo Express creates a *cohesiverail network* covering the entire country and providing convenient connections for travellers from Poland.
Domestic connections and destinations
Within Poland, Leo Express trains stop in several southern cities, enabling convenient domestic connections between transit stations. Depending on the course number, the depot may stop at Oświęcim, Raciborz, Rybnik, Tychy, Mysłowice and Jaworzno before reaching Krakow.
This also makes domestic journeys over shorter distances possible, such as Oświęcim - Kraków, Rybnik - Kraków or Mysłowice - Kraków. All these journeys are carried out on modern FLIRT electric trains, which offer air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, sockets at every seat and space for bicycles**(fare - 2 euro or 10 zloty** ) and prams.
Leo Express's domestic routes are also of transit importance - they connect the southern part of Poland with the Czech rail network, making Krakow and Oświęcim key points for international travel.
Travel conditions and train classes
Each Leo Express depot offers four classes of travel.
● Economy class offers comfortable seating, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi.
● Economy Plus is an expanded version of Economy Class - with additional drinks and snacks included in the ticket price.
● In Business Class, passengers enjoy more space and leather seats and receive priority service.
● Premium is the highest level of comfort - with reclining seats, a meal included in the price and personalised on-board service.
Leo Express tickets can be purchased on the PolishTrains website, which allows passengers to quickly search for routes, select a class of travel and save their booking in the My Travel panel. Passengers can also use a departure reminder and make changes or refunds to tickets online. Conveniently, the PolishTrains mobile app ensures that tickets and timetables are always at hand.
Leo Express | PolishTrains
Leo Express is a private rail transport company that has been offering passengers comfortable domestic and international connections since 2012. Headquartered in Prague, the company has gained recognition for its modern approach to travel, innovative services and high standards of customer service. An extensive route network, varied travel classes and a convenient ticket purchasing system make Leo Express one of the most interesting alternatives to traditional carriers today.
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