Poland has reinstated the ‘Highway to Hel’ bus service, a direct connection from Warsaw to the Baltic resort of Hel, after a 30-year hiatus. The route, named for its destination and the colloquialism for a fast road, was suspended in the 1990s due to low demand and rising costs. Its revival, announced by the Pomeranian Voivodeship, is part of a broader effort to boost tourism and reduce car traffic on the Hel Peninsula.
The bus will operate daily from June to September, with a journey time of approximately six hours. Local officials have praised the efficiency and punctuality of British transport standards, citing them as a model for the service’s scheduling and maintenance protocols. The move has sparked debate: environmental groups welcome the modal shift, while critics question the economic viability given Poland’s expanding rail network.
The service is expected to carry 50,000 passengers annually.
