Ukrzaliznytsia has canceled trains for March 16–17: list of services
16 March 08:15
Ukrzaliznytsia announced the temporary suspension of some commuter trains in the Sumy region on March 16–17. The restrictions are due to damage to the railway infrastructure caused by Russian shelling. This was reported by the carrier’s press service, according to "Komersant Ukrainian"
Why were the trains canceled?
As explained by Ukrzaliznytsia, additional time is needed to fully restore commuter train service in the region due to infrastructure damage.
The company notes that railway workers are working to restore service as quickly as possible, but service had to be suspended for several days on certain sections.
“It will take some time to restore full suburban service in the Sumy region following enemy strikes on the infrastructure. Despite the difficult situation, we continue to ensure service in the region, but we are forced to temporarily cancel trains on certain routes,” the company reported.
Which trains are canceled on March 16
On Sunday, March 16, the following commuter trains will not run:
- No. 7008 Trostyanets-Smorodine – Lyubotin
- No. 6261/6262 Lyubotin – Lebedynska
- No. 6267 Lebedynska – Sumy
- No. 6019 Sumy – Vorozhba
- No. 7011 Lyubotin – Sumy
Which trains will not run on March 17
On Monday, March 17, the following train has been temporarily canceled:
- No. 6012/6011 Vorozhba – Trostyanets-Smorodine
The date for full resumption of service has not yet been announced.
Repair work at Kyiv Central Station
Meanwhile, Ukrzaliznytsia announced that renovation work is underway in the capital. At the central station, Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi, the stairs leading to North Platform No. 2 are being renovated.
The main goal of the renovation is to improve safety and comfort for passengers using the station’s infrastructure.
Advice for passengers
Passengers are advised to check the current train schedule on Ukrzaliznytsia’s official websites before traveling, as changes may be made promptly depending on the security situation and the pace of renovation work.
