Trains EIC CHROBRY
Chrobry train – routes and services
Chrobry is the commercial name for EIC-category services connecting Warsaw Wschodnia with Szczecin Główny. The train runs in both directions as a regular part of the timetable on this line, rather than as a seasonal service.
The Warszawa–Szczecin route operated by Chrobry is convenient for commuters and for those travelling for the whole day, as both services allow passengers to choose their departure time and return on the same day. The EIC category means an express train with reserved seats, which is important when planning a journey on the day of departure.
The ticket price for Chrobry depends on the train category and the time of purchase – from Warszawa Wschodnia, the cheapest tickets are for IC Intercity trains and the most expensive are for EIP Pendolino, with the difference between these categories sometimes being several times greater. Most passengers buy tickets from Warszawa Wschodnia station between one week and three days before departure. Some reserve a seat two to four weeks in advance. August is the month in which sales from Warszawa Wschodnia station increase noticeably, which is worth taking into account when planning a journey during this period.
Among passengers departing from Warszawa Wschodnia, the majority, or 66 per cent, choose IC Intercity trains, while 16 per cent choose Pendolino. Before travelling, it is worth checking the current timetable in the PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu) search engine, as departure times may change in subsequent timetable periods. If your travel plans change, a Chrobry ticket can be refunded online through PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu), without the need to visit a ticket office.