More than PLN 1.4 billion for the modernization of the Warsaw-Otwock line
The conclusion of the funding agreement was announced at a press conference held on January 29, 2026, at the Warsaw Falenica railroad station. The event was attended by representatives of the government, local government, PKP PLK and CEUTP.
– This is one of the most important railroad investments in Poland. In addition to Rail Baltica, this stage of reconstruction of the line between Warsaw and Lublin and further to Dorohusk, is the largest project not only in Poland, but in this part of Europe. The modernization of the Warsaw Wawer – Otwock section is supported by PLN 1.4 billion from the European Funds for Infrastructure, Climate, Environment program. This is another such project in the Warsaw area, after the reconstruction of the Warszawa Zachodnia station, which we are implementing,” Jan Szyszko, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Funds and Regional Policy.
– Today marks an important moment for all passengers using the connections between Otwock and Warsaw. The modernization of the Otwock railway line means not only the construction of new stops and increased capacity, but above all the creation of an accessible, comfortable, and reliable railway system for residents of the region. Thanks to this investment, rail transport will become the natural choice for people commuting to work and school. We are entering a period of intensive construction works, which may involve some temporary inconveniences, but the long-term benefits will be felt for years — and they will be worth the wait”, Piotr Malepszak, undersecretary of State in the Ministry of Infrastructure.
– The investment will bring a real improvement in the quality of travel for thousands of residents of the Warsaw agglomeration and will strengthen long-distance connections of national importance. A modern, safe and accessible railroad is an investment for decades to come,” Sylwia Cieślak-Wilk, deputy director of the Centre for EU Transport Projects.
– Stable financing of the project from the European Union allows us to implement large infrastructure projects. The Otwock line is just one of them. Expansion and modernisation of the connection between Otwock and the capital is a key task for improving travel conditions within the Warsaw Railway Junction,” said Piotr Wyborski, president of the board of PKP Polskie Linii Kolejowe S.A.
What will the investment change?
The upgrade will allow:
- Construction of additional tracks and separation of agglomeration and long-distance traffic,
- Rebuilding and facilitating access to stations and stops,
- Increased safety through tunnels, overpasses and underground transitions,
- Reducing the travel time from Warsaw to Lublin to about 90 minutes.
Benefits for residents and the economy
- Faster and on-time connections for daily passengers.
- Improved comfort and infrastructure accessibility for all groups of travelers.
- Less traffic congestion and cleaner air by making rail transportation more attractive.
- An impetus for the economic development of Warsaw, Mazovia and Eastern Poland.
- Regional cohesion and efficient use of public funds, by closing the upgrade of the entire Line 7.
The work is scheduled for completion in 2028.
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