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The flagship train “Hutsulshchyna” is running to Rakhiv again: Ukrzaliznytsia has resumed the route to the Carpathians

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The flagship train “Hutsulshchyna” is running to Rakhiv again: Ukrzaliznytsia has resumed the route to the Carpathians

Rail service to the Carpathians is expanding again. Find out how Ukrzaliznytsia has resumed the route of the flagship Hutsulshchyna train to Rakhiv, which stops it makes, and what other trains run to the highlands

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Ukrzaliznytsia has resumed the route of its flagship train, Hutsulshchyna, to the Carpathian highlands. Train No. 95/96, running between Kyiv and Yasinya, has once again been extended to Rakhiv. This was reported by the carrier's press service on its Telegram channel.


According to the company, the decision was made taking into account passenger requests. The restored route began operating on December 28.




The flagship train “Hutsulshchyna” is once again traveling to Rakhiv


The Ukrzaliznytsia announcement states that the flagship train No. 95/96 Kyiv-Yasinya has extended its route to Rakhiv with an additional stop at the Kvasy station.


“We listened to the wishes of passengers and, starting December 28, the flagship train ‘Hutsulshchyna’ No. 95/96 Kyiv-Yasinya continued its route to Rakhiv with a stop at the Kvasy station,” Ukrzaliznytsia reported.


Thus, the train once again provides a direct rail link from the eastern and central regions of Ukraine to one of the most famous high-altitude destinations in the Carpathians.




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What other trains run to Rakhiv


Ukrzaliznytsia also reminded that, in addition to the flagship train “Hutsulshchyna,” other trains currently run to Rakhiv:

● train No. 143/144 Sumy — Rakhiv;

● Train No. 55/56 Kyiv — Rakhiv;

● Suburban diesel train No. 6441/6442 Kolomyia — Dilove.


This allows passengers to plan trips to the Carpathians from different regions of the country and choose convenient transfer options.


When planning trips to the Carpathians or other regions of Ukraine, it is worth checking ticket availability and possible route options in advance. You can conveniently compare trains and buses and immediately book tickets for all types of transport through the Visit Ukraine booking system. This helps you quickly find the best travel option and plan your trip without unnecessary delays.




We remind you! European rail transport continues to expand in the direction of Ukraine. Read about when Leo Express plans to launch a direct train from Frankfurt am Main to Przemyśl, what the route will be, and how much tickets will cost.


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Does the Hutsulshchyna train run directly to Rakhiv?
Yes. From December 28, 2025, train No. 95/96 Hutsulshchyna will once again run on the Kyiv–Rakhiv route.
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