Tickets were made available through the company's website for the four-day trial, which involves the operation of four return services per day between Prague, Olomouc, and Ostrava. Leo Express will launch its full schedule of eight return services per day on the route on December 9.

The 160km/h five-car trains accommodate 212 passengers in economy, 19 in business and six in premium. Electrical sockets, WiFi, and catering will be available in all three classes.

The December issue of IRJ will feature an interview with Mr Leoš Novotny, founder and CEO of Leo Express.