Traveling by train in Poland with children is not only convenient but also economical. PKP offers free travel on domestic trains for youngest passengers up to the age of four. However, it's crucial to purchase a zero-fare ticket in advance, which guarantees a seat. By remembering to bring proof of age, parents can freely take advantage of discounts and family travel.
Free PKP travel for children up to 4 years old
Children up to 4 years of age they travel by domestic trains freeThis privilege applies to all categories of domestic trains, including express trains, most often in 2nd grade, and is valid up to and including your fourth birthday. When planning your trip, it's worth remembering the following rules:
- free rides w 2nd grade domestic trains,
- requirement to have previously collected zero ticket,
- download the document in ticket office and/ or over the Internet,
- warranty your own seat for a toddler,
- presentation age confirmation child during the inspection,
- validity of the ticket for the purposes insurance.
Zero ticket is necessary, even if the child spends the journey on the guardian's lap. As proof of age, it is enough to show passport and/ or health booklet child.
What statutory discounts are available to students and young people?
Young passengers, from their fourth birthday until they finish school, can take advantage of attractive discounts on rail travel. These benefits typically apply to travel within second grade, and choosing a higher standard requires an additional fee on top of the full price. Discounts are available to a wide range of customers:
- students up to 24 years of age choosing single tickets,
- students up to 24 years of age who purchase monthly tickets,
- students under 26 years of age on domestic routes,
- people studying abroad,
- holders of the Pole's Card traveling by rail,
- children and adolescents under 16 years of age on June 1.
The amount of discounts is significant: students save 37 % on single tickets and 49 % on a monthly basis, while students can count on a discount of 51 %To take advantage of cheaper fares, you need valid ID card with a photo – traditional or in the form of mLegitymacji on your phone. The lack of a document during the inspection will result in the need to pay an additional fee to the full price or a high fine. financial penalty.
What discounts are available for children with disabilities and their guardians?
People with disabilities and their guardians can benefit from additional rail discounts. Children and adolescents up to 24 years of age and their parents traveling to medical facilities or rehabilitation can count on 78% discount. Even higher discount, amounting to as much as 95 %, is available to guides of blind persons and carers of passengers requiring constant assistance. To avoid problems during ticket inspection, it is necessary current ID card or a decision on the degree of disability.
The support also covers local and educational transport, which is worth considering when planning household expenses:
- free transport for students organized directly by municipalities,
- possibility of obtaining fuel reimbursement for transporting the child to school,
- completely free public transport in selected agglomerations,
- statutory discounts on travel to medical facilities,
- special fares for caregivers in public transport.
Systemic conveniences significantly reduce the burden on the budget, allowing for free movement for health and education purposes. The key to effectively exercising these rights is knowledge local regulations and possession of appropriate certificates confirming the passenger's rights.
What documents confirm age and entitlement to the discount?
During ticket inspection it is necessary to present a document confirming the passenger's age or entitlement to travel discountConductors accept various forms of credentials, adapted to the child's age and educational situation. To avoid financial penalties and unnecessary stress, it is worth preparing one of the following documents:
- passport and/ or ID card,
- school ID in traditional paper form,
- a birth certificate in the case of the youngest children,
- modern e-ID card school,
- certificate on fulfilling the kindergarten obligation for kindergarten students,
- certificate of deferment compulsory schooling.
Regardless of whether the document is paper, Czy digital, it must remain readable and up-to-dateIt is very important that the information contained therein fully matches the information on the ticket. Such preparation will help avoid stress and ensure a peaceful journey the whole family.
How does the Large Family Card work on PKP trains?
Traveling by train with a large family becomes much cheaper thanks to Large Family CardParents can take advantage of attractive discounts that significantly reduce the cost of family trips and facilitate household budget planning. Key benefits include:
- 37% discount for parents for single tickets,
- saving almost 50 % for monthly tickets,
- We will never charge you. free rides for the youngest children,
- 30% discount with a Family Ticket for small groups,
- attractive tariffs on offer "Cheaper with Loved Ones",
- easy handling of discounts by mKDR application.
For children under fourth year of life you should download zero ticket z 100% reliefIt guarantees you your own seat, which is crucial on trains with mandatory reservationDuring the inspection, it is advisable to have a document confirming the child's age, which ensures comfort and meets the carrier's formal requirements.
How do I download a zero-fare ticket and reserve a seat for my child?
Planning a trip with a child is made easier by modern system solutions. Free entry most convenient way to download it when booking your ride mobile application or at the ticket office. On trains Pendolino (EIP) and EIC this document is obligatory, as it provides space for your little one at no extra cost.
When organizing a trip, it is worth remembering:
- downloading the ticket via the app or at the ticket office,
- mandatory seat reservation on EIP and EIC trains,
- using Electronic Passenger Account,
- the possibility of choosing a comfortable family compartment,
- purchasing a ticket before boarding an EIP category train.
On most trains you can collect your ticket at conductor right after entering. The exception is EIP category – here the formalities should be taken care of in advance to avoid additional fees.