Leo Express - timetable | PolishTrains

You can buy tickets for this route through PolishTrains. * Operator: Leo Express – Czech private rail operator running services between Poland and the Czech Republic

• Routes from Poland: Kraków–Praga, Wrocław–Lichkov, Warsaw–Praga

• Journey time: Kraków–Praga approximately 7 hours, Wrocław–Lichkov 2–3 hours, Warsaw–Praga just under 9 hours

• Classes: Economy, Economy Plus, Business and Premium – different ranges of onboard services

• Booking: You can buy your ticket from PolishTrains without creating an account, and you will receive your travel document by email and SMS

• Documents: An identity card is sufficient on routes between Poland and the Czech Republic

• *Baggage: The rules depend on the class and route – you can find details on the PolishTrains help page * Operator: Leo Express - a Czech private rail carrier operating connections between Poland and the Czech Republic

• Routes from Poland: Kraków–Praga, Wrocław–Lichkov, Warsaw–Praga

• Journey time: Kraków–Praga approximately 7 hours, Wrocław–Lichkov 2–3 hours, Warsaw–Praga just under 9 hours

• Classes: Economy, Economy Plus, Business and Premium - different ranges of onboard services

• Booking: You can buy your ticket through PolishTrains without creating an account, and you will receive your travel document by e-mail and SMS

• Documents: An identity card is sufficient on Poland–Czech Republic routes

• Baggage: The rules depend on the class and route - you can find details on the PolishTrains help page ### At a glance

• Leo Express connects Poland and the Czech Republic with services from Krakow, Wroclaw and Warsaw from March 2026
• The Krakow–Prague journey takes around 7 hours, passing through southern Polish cities including Rybnik and Tychy
• From 1 March 2026, direct Prague–Krakow–Warsaw trains will provide a link between the Polish and Czech capitals
• Wroclaw–Lichkov services offer a 2–3 hour journey with stops at Strzelin, Ziębice, Klodzko and Bystrzyca Klodzka
• The Leo Express timetable is updated seasonally, so departure times may vary by day of the week or season
• Tickets are available via the PolishTrains search engine with offline timetable access through the mobile app

On the platform, you can search for the route you are interested in, compare available departure and arrival times and check how long the journey lasts. You will also find information about carriage classes, available promotions and luggage transport options in one place.

Baggage rules on Leo Express depend on the travel class and the specific route. Check the current limits before travelling - you can find the detailed baggage rules on the PolishTrains help page. The connections offered by Leo Express currently cover several major centres in the southern part of the country. These include Cracow, Rybnik and Bogumin, a border town on the Czech side, from which trains continue to Ostrava and Prague. It is worth remembering that the Leo Express timetable is updated seasonally, so timings may vary depending on the day of the week or season. The rules for transporting animals, including dogs, also depend on the class and route, so it is worth checking them on the PolishTrains help page before buying a ticket.

From Cracow, Leo Express trains depart in the direction of the Czech Republic, with services to Bogumin, Ostrava and Prague. The standard journey from Cracow to Prague takes around 7 hours. The train passes through numerous cities in southern Poland, such as Oświęcim, Racibórz, Rybnik, Tychy or Mysłowice and Jaworzno.

Trains from Cracow usually run in the mornings and afternoons, and on weekends the offer is extended with additional dates. For those planning a journey to the Czech Republic, this is a fast and convenient alternative to the car or bus.

Warsaw is one of the newest additions to the Czech carrier's route network. Free Wi-Fi is available in all four classes, so you can also check your ticket or timetable in PolishTrains while travelling. Leo Express trains will run from 1 March 2026 on the Prague - Cracow - Warsaw route, offering a direct connection between the capitals of Poland and the Czech Republic. Purchase of tickets for the new route is possible now. The Prague-Warsaw course is expected to take just under nine hours, with the train stopping in, among others, Włoszczowa, Cracow, Rybnik, Tychy, Mysłowice or Jaworzno, and on the Czech side in Bogumin, Olomouc, Pardubice or Prague.

Baggage rules on Leo Express depend on the travel class and the specific route. Check the current limits before travelling - you can find the detailed baggage rules on the PolishTrains help page. The rules for transporting animals, including dogs, also depend on the class and route, so it is worth checking them on the PolishTrains help page before buying a ticket. Leo Express also offers direct rides from Wrocław to Lichkov. **Travel time on the entire route is 2-3 hours (depending on the course) , ** and the train stops at Strzelin, Ziębice, Kłodzko, Bystrzyca Kłodzka on the Polish side, among others. Connections are made during the day, allowing passengers to reach the Czech Republic in the afternoon. This is a comfortable alternative to travelling by car, especially for those travelling to southern Bohemia or planning a further transfer in Lichkov.

The Leo Express timetable is updated seasonally - times may vary depending on the day of the week and time of year. PolishTrains updates the data immediately after the carrier announces changes. You can check the platform and track number on the information boards at the station or in the PolishTrains mobile app. From both Cracow and Warsaw you can continue further into the Czech Republic. There is a Leo Express interchange in Bogumín, from where trains to Ostrava, Olomouc and Prague depart. There, it is also possible to change to trains of the same brand, which travel to Bratislava, among other destinations.

There are four car classes available on Leo Express trains to suit different passenger needs and budgets.

● Economy - a basic option with comfortable seats, free Wi-Fi and air conditioning.

● Economy Plus - more comfort within economy class, with additional snacks and drinks included in the ticket price.

● Business - more spacious seats, more legroom, higher standard of finish and priority service.

● Premium - the highest level of comfort, with reclining seats, catering service included in the price and personalised service.

This division allows each passenger to tailor the travel conditions to his or her expectations - from economy travel to luxury travel in Premium Class. Free Wi-Fi is available in all four classes, so you can also check your ticket or timetable in PolishTrains while travelling.

The Leo Express timetable is updated seasonally - times may vary depending on the day of the week and time of year. PolishTrains updates the data immediately after the carrier announces changes. You can check the current departure times, intermediate stops and Leo Express ticket prices in the PolishTrains search engine. The data is updated after every change announced by the carrier, so you do not need to search for timetables in PDF files or on foreign websites. You can check the platform and track number on the information boards at the station or in the PolishTrains mobile app. Baggage rules on Leo Express depend on the travel class and the specific route. Check the current limits before travelling - you can find the detailed baggage rules on the PolishTrains help page. You can buy a ticket for Leo Express in the PolishTrains search engine - without creating an account and in Polish zloty. The most reliable source of information on fares is the PolishTrains service. The search engine shows the current Leo Express train timetable, taking into account any changes made by the carrier. When purchasing tickets, you can opt for additional options, such as sending your ticket via SMS or a travel reminder 30 minutes before the scheduled departure of the train.

Thanks to the integration of systems, there is no need to visit foreign sites or search for timetables in PDF files. You can buy tickets through PolishTrains without creating an account, and you will receive your travel document by e-mail and SMS. All data - departure times, stops, journey times and ticket prices - is available in one place, in a clear format. The PolishTrains mobile app allows you to check times offline, save tickets and receive automatic notifications about changes along the route. The rules for transporting animals, including dogs, also depend on the class and route, so it is worth checking them on the PolishTrains help page before buying a ticket.

Occasionally, timetables may change due to maintenance work or seasonal route modifications. In such cases, PolishTrains updates the data as soon as the carrier announces it, so users always see up-to-date information.

It is also worth using the PolishTrains mobile app - it allows users to quickly check departure times, save tickets offline and be automatically notified of route changes. This is an ideal solution for those travelling regularly between Poland and the Czech Republic and beyond. You can also check the connections of other carriers - national and international.