--- title: "Ukrzaliznytsya doubles the number of seats on the flight to Poland: how the carrier is preparing for the August peak season" description: "Ukrzaliznytsya is doubling the number of seats on the Kyiv — Chełm flight due to peak demand at the end of August. Over 10 days, almost 900,000 passengers used the railway services." date: 2026-08-19T15:46:02.000Z lang: en url: https://xab.info/en/posts/ukrzaliznytsya-doubles-seats-kyiv-chelm-august-2026 tags: [ukrzaliznytsya, ukraine-trains, travel, poland, transport-2026] publisher: "XAB.info" --- # Ukrzaliznytsya doubles the number of seats on the flight to Poland: how the carrier is preparing for the August peak season ![Passengers on the platform of a railway station wait for a Ukrzaliznytsia train, preparing for a trip to Poland during the peak season](https://xab.info/media/2026/08/19/ukrzaliznytsya-dopolnitelnye-vagony-kiev-helm-avguust-2026/ukrzaliznytsya-dopolnitelnye-vagony-kiev-helm-avguust-2026-1.webp) ## 🎯 Key Points - Carriages will be added to the Kyiv — Chełm train, doubling the number of seats. - Over 10 days (August 10–19), 892,610 passengers used the train. - A book delivery service to compartments and vending machines in trains have been launched. ### Additional carriages on the Kyiv — Chełm route The Ukrainian railway carrier "Ukrzaliznytsya" has decided to significantly expand the composition of trains on one of the most in-demand international routes. Due to the expected surge in passenger traffic, the company will add additional carriages to train No. 23/24, which runs along the Kyiv — Chełm (Poland) route. This strategic decision will effectively double the number of available seats for passengers planning a trip abroad at the end of August. Company management explains the necessity of such measures by the approaching peak season. At the end of summer, there is traditionally a mass return of Ukrainians from vacations, children's camps, and holidays. To avoid a shortage of tickets and ensure comfort for all those wishing to travel, the carrier is adjusting the schedule and train compositions in advance, responding to current demand. ### Demand monitoring and logistics flexibility "Ukrzaliznytsya" is not limited to just one direction. The company has implemented a system for constant monitoring of demand for various routes. If the analysis shows high occupancy on other lines, the carrier is ready to promptly include additional carriages in the train compositions. Such a flexible approach allows for an immediate response to changes in passenger traffic and guarantees the availability of tickets for citizens. Alongside the increase in passenger transport, the company is increasing the volume of social and group transport. Statistics from recent days indicate high activity on the railway: during the period from August 10 to 19, almost 900,000 people (exactly 892,610 passengers) used the carrier's services. These data confirm that rail transport remains the key mode of transport in the country. ### New services for passenger comfort As part of the systematic expansion of services, "Ukrzaliznytsya" is introducing innovations aimed at making travel more comfortable and convenient. Recently, a unique book service was launched: now passengers can order book delivery directly to their compartment when purchasing a ticket. The initiative is aimed at supporting domestic publishers and creating a reading atmosphere during long trips. The carrier is also returning the popular format of service in trains of increased comfort — vending machines with snacks and drinks. This solution allows passengers to quickly quench their hunger or thirst without having to leave the carriage or look for a shop at the station. ### Simplifying international trips For travelers heading abroad, "Ukrzaliznytsya" has simplified bureaucratic procedures. Now, a minor error in the ticket data for an international flight will not be an obstacle to the trip, which reduces stress for passengers and the risk of refusal of boarding. In addition, the carrier has allowed data in tickets to be indicated in both Ukrainian and English, which simplifies interaction with border services and document control. ## 🔍 Fact-Check Verification - [UZ doubles the number of seats on the popular flight to Poland](https://www.rbc.ua/ukr/news/uz-podvoyue-kilkist-mists-populyarniy-reys-1787150976.html) - Подтверждает информацию о добавлении вагонов на рейс №23/24 и удвоении мест. - ["Ukrzaliznytsya" will organize train movement between Lviv and Kyiv every hour: details](https://www.unian.net/economics/transport/ukrzaliznycya-2026-godu-poezda-mezhdu-kievom-i-lvovom-budut-kursirovat-kazhdyy-chas-novosti-lvova-13209405.html) - Подтверждено по источнику unian.net - ["Ukrzaliznytsya" will introduce a number of new trains: where they will go](https://www.unian.net/economics/transport/ukrzaliznycya-zapuskaet-novye-poezda-kuda-budut-kursirovat-13209288.html) - Подтверждено по источнику unian.net ## ❓ FAQ ### Q: Where will additional carriages be added? **A:** Additional carriages have been added to train No. 23/24 on the Kyiv — Chełm (Poland) route. ### Q: How many passengers used the railway in the last 10 days? **A:** During the period from August 10 to 19, 892,610 passengers used the railway services. ### Q: Can I order books on the train? **A:** Yes, "Ukrzaliznytsya" has launched a service for delivering books directly to the compartment when purchasing a ticket.