Train IC 1000 - NAREW

IC 1000 Narew is an InterCity train operated by PKP Intercity, running from Łódź Fabryczna to Białystok. The journey along the entire route takes over three hours, and the train stops at seventeen stations, including Łódź Widzew, Żyrardów, Warszawa Wschodnia, Łochów and Szepietowo. It is one of the few direct connections between central Poland and Podlasie without the need to change trains in the capital.

The route is suitable both for people travelling from Łódź to Warsaw and for passengers continuing further east towards Białystok. The train provides seats in several comfort categories, allowing you to choose an option suitable for the length of your journey. You can check the timetable for this connection and the current departure times in the PolishTrains search engine by entering the starting and destination stations.

Ticket prices in the IC category depend on the time of purchase and the available seat allocation. They are usually lower than in the most expensive ŁKA Sprinter category but higher than in the cheapest TLK category, while the difference between these two categories can be almost twofold. It is worth remembering that the train category is more important here than the length of the route itself, so it is a good idea to compare the available connection options before buying. A ticket purchased through the PolishTrains search engine is delivered by SMS and in the app, making travel easier even when buying just before departure.

Among passengers departing from Łódź Fabryczna station, the largest group, as many as 41 per cent, buys a ticket one to three days before travelling, while a further 23 per cent choose to buy on the day of departure. July is the peak sales period from this station, coinciding with the holiday season and increased traffic on domestic routes. You can buy a ticket for this route in PolishTrains without creating an account, and conveniently pay by BLIK.