FlixBus has launched its seasonal line 666 to the Hel Peninsula. The first summer course departed today, connecting Krakow and Warsaw with the most popular Baltic coastal towns. Buses will reach Władysławowo, Chałupy, Kuźnica, Jastarnia, Jurata, and Hel.
The new line will run once daily, seven days a week, throughout the entire summer. The bus leaves Krakow at 6:00 AM, arrives in Warsaw at 9:40 AM, and reaches Hel at 7:25 PM. A new stop at Warsaw Wilanowska has been added. The return trip from Hel departs at 10:00 AM, allowing passengers a relaxed checkout from hotels and guesthouses.
– In response to growing interest in traveling to the Baltic, we introduced a direct connection to Hel, enabling a hassle-free journey without inconvenient transfers – said Michał Leman, vice president Europe East at FlixBus.
Solar panels and bike trailers as new features
Buses on this route will be equipped with solar panels to support onboard device power, as well as bike trailers that can carry up to 10 bicycles, including electric models. This is a first for FlixBus. The cost for transporting a bicycle is 5 PLN, and the trailer space can be added during ticket purchase.
– Thanks to this, it’s easier to plan an active trip with family or friends and discover the scenic bike routes of the Hel Peninsula from the very moment you arrive – added Leman.
Seasonal offer covers over 50 seaside destinations
FlixBus’s seasonal offer also includes direct services to other coastal towns such as Świnoujście, Międzyzdroje, Łeba, Kołobrzeg, Mielno, and Krynica Morska. In total, the carrier maintains connections to over 50 locations along the Polish coast. The company notes that some resorts have insufficient transport infrastructure, and buses often remain the only alternative to cars.
– We observe that this season more people are planning holidays closer to home. The Polish coast remains one of the most popular summer destinations, so we are expanding our offer to include Hel and maintaining an extensive network to over 50 seaside towns – emphasized Michał Leman.
For years, the seasonal line 666 operated by PKS Gdynia ran to the Hel Peninsula, for instance from Dębki or Karwia to Hel. The number quickly became recognizable due to the wordplay: “666 do Helu,” associated with the English phrase “Highway to Hell.” For tourists and the media it was a catchy symbol of the summer route, but for some religious circles it was a provocation. The matter gained attention in 2023 when PKS Gdynia changed the line number from 666 to 669. The carrier cited passenger complaints and references to the biblical “number of the beast” as justification. The story was also covered by international media.
Źródło: WNP.PL, Fot. Materiały prasowe / FlixBus
