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Metro
6 days ago
- Metro
New train spans 745 miles linking five European countries — and tickets are £40
A brand-new sleeper train is set to connect five European countries in one route for the first time, spanning an impressive 745 miles. Starting in the Polish capital of Warsaw, the new link will run all the way to the Croatian city of Rijeka, known for its glistening beaches, waterfalls, and 13th-century castle. It'll pass through multiple cities along the way, including Opoczno, Katowice, Rybnik, Chałupki, Vienna, Ljubljana, Postojna, and Opatija. At the moment, train travellers journeying from Warsaw to Rijeka can't travel directly; instead, they currently need to swap services three times (in Breclav, Graz, and Zagreb), an arduous option that can end up taking more than 30 hours. Yawn. It might still take 19 hours from door to door, rolling out of Warsaw at 2.00pm and calling at Rijeka at 9.00am the next day, but the new PKP Intercity service will shorten the journey drastically, shaving off more than a third of the current travel time. Fuel your wanderlust with our curated newsletter of travel deals, guides and inspiration. Sign up here. Tickets will be relatively affordable, with prices starting around 200 Polish złoty (£39.53). Interested? Services will be running four times a week during the summer months, operating on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. The first is scheduled in just under a month's time, departing Warsaw on Friday, June 27, while the final routes will take place at the end of August, leaving Warsaw on August 29 and Rijeka on August 31. The path itself is guaranteed to be packed with breathtaking scenery, passing through the diverse landscapes of Poland, Czechia, Austria, Slovenia, and Croatia. More Trending Though it doesn't stop at any Czech destinations along the way, it'll stop at Vienna at roughly 10.00pm, where a few carriages will diverge and head off directly to Croatia on a different route. Reaching Slovenia just after midnight, the train will partner up with the Istria service – which starts in Budapest – and plod on towards Croatia just in time for breakfast. Warsaw, Poland Opoczno, Poland Katowice, Poland Rybnik, Poland Chałupki, Poland Vienna, Austria Ljubljana, Slovenia Postojna, Slovenia Opatija, Croatia Rijeka, Croatia. Passengers will be able to travel in style too, as the carriages are fully air-conditioned, with couchette cars available with beds. Sheets will be fully provided, so you needn't pack your sleeping bag. Feeling peckish? There'll be a dining car serving up hot food between Warsaw and Vienna, while passengers living it up in the couchette cars will have a Wars staff member on hand to assist them throughout their voyage. This isn't the only new train journey on the block. A service between Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok will be returning by the end of 2025, building on the existing infrastructure that once operated between the two cities and destinations including Padang Besar and Butterworth. Malaysia's transport minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook confirmed that the Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTM) and the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) would be looking at plans over the next few months. And closer to home, a new 'Tube for Europe' could completely revolutionise travel across the continent, connecting 39 stations, with at least one in every country along five main routes. The proposals for the Starline service envisage that replacing short-haul flights with a high-speed rail network could slice emissions by a whopping 95%, while a total of 424 major cities will be connected to ports, airports and rail. Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ MORE: I thought British holidays were boring, but this underrated island changed my mind MORE: EasyJet launches new holidays to 'charming' but underrated Italian seaside destination MORE: Europe's first airport Five Guys to open in UK's busiest travel hub
The Sun
23-05-2025
- The Sun
KTMB postpones signal upgrade works to support smooth ASEAN Summit transit
KUALA LUMPUR: Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) has announced the postponement of its planned signal system upgrading work along the rail stretch between Kepong and Salak Selatan stations, originally scheduled to begin tomorrow. In a statement issued today, KTMB said the work will be rescheduled to a later date, which will be announced in due course. It also confirmed that during the deferment period, all KTM Komuter and Electric Train Service (ETS) operations will continue as usual, with no changes to train schedules. 'The decision to postpone the upgrade was made to ensure seamless travel for commuters in the Klang Valley during the 46th ASEAN Summit and related meetings currently taking place in the capital,' the statement read. Meanwhile, KTMB Group chief executive officer Datuk Mohd Rani Hisham Samsudin was quoted as saying in the statement that KTMB is committed to maintaining smooth rail operations, particularly during major national and international events, such as the ASEAN Summit. 'This postponement takes into account the closure of several main roads in the Klang Valley and aligns with the government's call for the public to use public transport to ease traffic congestion. The move is also part of KTMB's contribution to the nation's efforts to ensure the successful hosting of the ASEAN Summit,' he added. KTMB apologised for any inconvenience caused and encouraged the public to stay informed by visiting its official website at or following its social media channels for the latest updates.
The Star
23-05-2025
- The Star
KTMB postpones signal upgrade works for Asean summit
KUALA LUMPUR: Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) has announced the postponement of its planned signal system upgrading work along the rail stretch between Kepong and Salak Selatan stations, originally scheduled to begin on Saturday (May 24). In a statement issued on Friday (May 23), KTMB said the work will be rescheduled to a later date, which will be announced in due course. It also confirmed that during the deferment period, all KTM Komuter and Electric Train Service (ETS) operations will continue as usual, with no changes to train schedules. "The decision to postpone the upgrade was made to ensure seamless travel for commuters in the Klang Valley during the 46th Asean Summit and related meetings currently taking place in the capital," the statement read. Meanwhile, KTMB Group chief executive officer Datuk Mohd Rani Hisham Samsudin was quoted as saying in the statement that KTMB is committed to maintaining smooth rail operations, particularly during major national and international events, such as the Asean Summit. "This postponement takes into account the closure of several main roads in the Klang Valley and aligns with the government's call for the public to use public transport to ease traffic congestion. The move is also part of KTMB's contribution to the nation's efforts to ensure the successful hosting of the Asean Summit," he added. KTMB apologised for any inconvenience caused and encouraged the public to stay informed by visiting its official website at or following its social media channels for the latest updates. - Bernama
The Sun
23-05-2025
- The Sun
KTMB postpones signal upgrade during ASEAN Summit
KUALA LUMPUR: Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) has announced the postponement of its planned signal system upgrading work along the rail stretch between Kepong and Salak Selatan stations, originally scheduled to begin tomorrow. In a statement issued today, KTMB said the work will be rescheduled to a later date, which will be announced in due course. It also confirmed that during the deferment period, all KTM Komuter and Electric Train Service (ETS) operations will continue as usual, with no changes to train schedules. 'The decision to postpone the upgrade was made to ensure seamless travel for commuters in the Klang Valley during the 46th ASEAN Summit and related meetings currently taking place in the capital,' the statement read. Meanwhile, KTMB Group chief executive officer Datuk Mohd Rani Hisham Samsudin was quoted as saying in the statement that KTMB is committed to maintaining smooth rail operations, particularly during major national and international events, such as the ASEAN Summit. 'This postponement takes into account the closure of several main roads in the Klang Valley and aligns with the government's call for the public to use public transport to ease traffic congestion. The move is also part of KTMB's contribution to the nation's efforts to ensure the successful hosting of the ASEAN Summit,' he added. KTMB apologised for any inconvenience caused and encouraged the public to stay informed by visiting its official website at or following its social media channels for the latest updates.
The Star
22-05-2025
- The Star
Temporary schedule changes to Klang Valley KTM Komuter services May 24-26
KUALA LUMPUR: KTM Komuter services in the Klang Valley will undergo temporary schedule adjustments for three days starting May 24 to facilitate signal system upgrade works along the route between Kepong Station and Salak Selatan Station. In a statement on Thursday (May 22), Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) said the upgrade works are part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the efficiency and operational safety of its train services. During this period, two main KTM Komuter routes - Pulau Sebang - Batu Caves - Pulau Sebang and Tanjung Malim - KL Sentral - Tanjung Malim, as well as the electric train service (ETS), are expected to experience delays of up to 50 minutes from their original schedules. In addition, two ETS services - EG9425 (Padang Besar - Segamat) and EG9321 (Butterworth - Segamat), will experience platform changes at KL Sentral and Kuala Lumpur stations on May 24 only. "Station staff will be on hand to assist and guide passengers to the appropriate platforms. KTMB advises all passengers to plan their journeys and check train schedules via MyRailtime on the KTMB Mobile app," the statement read. 'Passengers are also advised to stay alert to station announcements and updates through KTMB's official social media channels," the statement added. KTMB also said that SMS notifications will be sent to affected ETS passengers as an early alert regarding potential delays. "KTMB greatly appreciates the patience and continued support of all passengers during this upgrade exercise. "Any further updates will be announced from time to time via KTMB's official media channels. Passengers may also contact the KTMB Customer Service Centre at 03-9779 1200," the statement added. - Bernama
