Our buses awarded the Intercity Bus of the Year 2026 title
Modern, eco-friendly buses purchased by the regional government have won an award in the Polish Bus of the Year poll organised by the industry portal TransInfo. The vehicles, which were delivered at the beginning of the year to the Marshal’s company Kujawsko-Pomorski Transport Samochodowy (KPTS), are already carrying passengers on bus routes across the region.
“The modernisation of the bus fleet is an important element of the regional government’s public transport development policy. The award granted by the transport industry confirms that our vehicles meet the highest quality standards, benefiting the residents of Kujawy and Pomorze,” emphasised Marshal Piotr Całbecki.
The regional government, consistently implementing its bus transport modernisation programme, has purchased 25 electric and 15 hybrid vehicles with a total value of PLN 125 million, with support from the National Recovery Plan.
The new buses significantly rejuvenate the fleet of the regional operator KPTS and improve travel standards on regional routes. Each vehicle offers 50 seats and modern features, including:
- ergonomic seats with headrests, armrests and seat belts
- air conditioning and a modern sound system
- an electronic passenger information system
- Wi-Fi access
- facilities for passengers with disabilities
The award-winning Iveco Crossway 12 LE Elec is one of the most advanced electric buses designed for regional and suburban services. The vehicles are equipped with an efficient electric drive and batteries enabling a range of up to approximately 400 kilometres on a single charge, allowing for efficient intercity operations with zero emissions.
The regional government is also investing in modern bus infrastructure. New charging stations are being built to support the operation of the new fleet.
This year, construction will begin on two new bus stations in Rypin and Mogilno, with completion scheduled for 2027.
Bus transport in 2026 – key figures:
- PLN 22 million in funding from the Bus Transport Development Fund
- PLN 9.5 million in own contribution
- 7.3 million kilometres travelled
- 1,400 bus connections
- 69 transport routes
The regional government is also the organiser of rail services in the region. Expenditure on rail transport will reach a record PLN 267 million in 2026, including PLN 37 million in infrastructure access and station fees.
Beata Krzemińska
Spokesperson for the Marshal’s Office
16 March 2026