Train IC 33110 - WETLINA

Discover the picturesque Bieszczady – one of the most unspoilt and charming parts of the country. Thanks to convenient railway connections, getting here is easier and more comfortable than ever. One of the best travel options is the IC Wetlina train, which takes you from Kraków to Zagórz – the gateway to the Bieszczady – in just 4.5 hours. From Kraków Główny, you can also easily change to international trains, whose timetable you can check on PolishTrains. From here, it is just a short walk to set off on a trail and discover the beauty of the wildest mountains in Poland.

The IC Wetlina train, often called the Wetlina Express by travellers, is a unique rail connection that runs into the heart of the Bieszczady. One of the greatest advantages of this route is that it stops not only in large cities but also in smaller towns, which considerably facilitates everyday travel for local residents and provides greater flexibility when choosing a hiking route.

Travelling on IC Wetlina provides access to hard-to-reach areas where nature still retains its primal wildness and authentic character. During the journey on the Wetlina train, you can admire mountainous landscapes, dense forests and wildlife, which make the Bieszczady so unique. Numerous stops allow convenient changes to local buses, making it easier to reach guesthouses, lodgings and more distant towns.

Travelling by train is an ideal option for those who enjoy peace and quiet, allowing them to take in the views, read their favourite book, chat with other passengers or simply relax. The comfortable train, mostly consisting of open-plan carriages, provides plenty of space, including for larger luggage, making the journey even more pleasant.

The connection has been planned to allow travellers to make a convenient evening journey to the Bieszczady. The train starts its journey at 18:37 from Kraków Główny, making it a good option for people who want to spend the weekend in the Bieszczady and leave, for example, after work. Before setting off, it is worth checking in the PolishTrains search engine whether the departure time has changed seasonally. On the return journey, the train departs from Zagórz at 05:00 and completes its journey at Kraków Główny at 09:15. The morning time makes it possible to extend the weekend and return home or travel to work, for example, on Monday. Travellers can also use the afternoon connection at 15:15.

IC Wetlina timetable:

1. Zagórz
2. Sanok
3. Zarszyn
4. Wróblik Szlachecki
5. Krosno Miasto
6. Krosno
7. Jedlicze
8. Jasło
9. Biecz
10. Gorlice Zagórzany
11. Bogoniowice Ciężkowice
12. Tuchów
13. Tarnów
14. Kraków Płaszów
15. Kraków Główny

In the opposite direction, the IC Wetlina train follows the following timetable:

1. Kraków Główny
2. Kraków Płaszów
3. Tarnów
4. Tuchów
5. Bogoniowice Ciężkowice
6. Gorlice Zagórzany
7. Biecz
8. Jasło
9. Jedlicze
10. Krosno
11. Krosno Miasto
12. Wróblik Szlachecki
13. Zarszyn
14. Sanok
15. Zagórz

The IC Wetlina train has four carriages, offering seats in 1st and 2nd class. The SD85 locomotive can reach a speed of 140 kilometres per hour, which is why the route is completed so quickly. If reaching the Bieszczady as quickly as possible matters to you, you can compare the current options and journey times on PolishTrains.

Carriage 1

• 2nd class;

• air conditioning;

• conductor's compartment;

• open-plan carriage;

• bicycle spaces.

Carriage 2

• 2nd class;

• air conditioning;

• bicycle spaces;

• open-plan carriage.

Carriage 11

• 1st and 2nd class;

• air conditioning;

• bicycle spaces;

• open-plan carriage.

Carriage 12

• 1st and 2nd class;

• air conditioning;

• bicycle spaces;

• open-plan carriage.

TLK Wetlina is a train with various seating options in first and second class. If you are planning to take a bicycle on your trip to the Bieszczady Mountains, this is also possible. The train is also adapted for the transport of people with disabilities. The future of the TLK Wetlina train is by no means certain. Plans to discontinue this connection already existed in 2023, but local activists strongly opposed them and the train was retained. It is worth mentioning that this is one of two trains reaching the Bieszczady Mountains from distant cities. The other is TLK Bieszczady. During the season, many tourists use this route, for whom the only alternative is bus transport, which is not very well developed in this region. It is no wonder that sometimes all seats are sold out even two days before the train's departure date.

It is worth mentioning that TLK Wetlina previously had a longer route. From Kraków, it continued via Katowice and Opole all the way to Kłodzko. It was a weekend service. Unfortunately, it was discontinued. Railway staff explain this by the possibility of easily changing to other trains in Kraków that continue further.

It is also worth knowing that, seasonally, TLK Wetlina runs via diversionary routes. Usually, its route runs through Gorlice and Biecz, but sometimes it goes via Dębica, Rzeszów and Strzyżów. Seasonally, some trains have their routes extended as far as Ucherzec Mineralnych, Komańcza and Łupków.

Pack your rucksack and head to the Bieszczady Mountains by train

Travelling by Wetlina train is an unforgettable adventure that allows you to discover the beauty of the Bieszczady Mountains and immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of this extraordinary region. For lovers of nature, tranquillity and magnificent views, Wetlina Express is an ideal way to travel to the heart of the Bieszczady Mountains without using a car. Buy your ticket online at PolishTrains and set off.