Ukrzaliznytsia is expanding a pilot project to provide internet access on long-distance trains. Wi-Fi has been launched in test mode on the flagship train No. 95/96 Kyiv–Rakhiv.
According to Ukrzaliznytsia, passengers in all carriages of both trainsets of the “Hutsulshchyna” train now have access to the network. Each passenger is offered 10 minutes of free access to test the service and send urgent messages. Full access to high-speed internet during the journey costs UAH 120 per day with no traffic limits, including 5 GB with no speed restrictions. Payment can be made online using a bank card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.
The service is powered by Starlink equipment, which was previously tested on selected diplomatic routes and proved reliable in Ukrainian conditions. The train carriages were equipped by a partner without any investment from Ukrzaliznytsia.
The company said that if demand remains stable, the project will be expanded to other long-distance trains through a transparent tender process. The project is being implemented jointly with the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine.
Ukrzaliznytsia also noted that, with the support of the Ministry of Digital Transformation, high-speed internet is already available on all 16 Intercity+ trains.