Southern Railway announces cancellation of direct flights Intercity between Kyiv and Kharkiv since 18 March. The reason is the impact of the hostilities. Passengers will now change planes in Poltava.
Changes in Intercity routes
From 18 March. Intercity high-speed trains no longer run directly between Kyiv and Kharkiv. Now trains only go to Poltava.
Passengers travelling to Kharkiv should change trains in Poltava. This was announced by a representative of the Southern Railway.
Reasons for the restrictions
Ukrzaliznytsia explained that the changes are related to the impact of hostilities on traffic safety. The restrictions apply only to Intercity high-speed trains.
The information was confirmed by a representative of Southern Railway. Other types of trains are currently running on a regular schedule.
Context.
The direct high-speed connection between Kyiv and Kharkiv was one of the most popular in Ukraine. Cancellation of the direct route may affect travel time for passengers.
Ukrzaliznytsia urges passengers to follow the schedule updates and plan their trips taking into account the change of train in Poltava.
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