The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Katowice
Cheapest price
£104
Average price
£104
Fastest journey
13 h 33 m
Average duration
13 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
888 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Katowice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Katowice will cost around £104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £104.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basel for Katowice every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 888 km distance in an average of 13 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 13 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:1613h33Basel21:49Katowice£1041One-way0 changes
8:1613h33Basel21:49Katowice£1041One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basel to Katowice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Katowice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £69. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £69, and a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 888 km
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£120 Average Price | £90 Average Price Cheapest |
15h 14m Average total duration Fastest 14h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 8m Average total duration 19h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basel to Katowice train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Katowice trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:16 Basel | 13h33 | 21:49 Katowice | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Basel to Katowice by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Katowice
Trains from Basel to Katowice run on average 3 times per day, taking around 14h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 888 km distance in 13h 12m.
Distance 888 km |
Average train duration 14h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 13h 12m |
First train 0:40 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Basel to Katowice trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Basel and Katowice from £61. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Basel to Katowice train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Katowice by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Katowice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Katowice
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Plac Oddziałów Młodzieży Powstańczej.
- Restaurant Tatiana
- Restauracja Patio
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- PLN 2
- Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Katowice
- Hotel Diament Plaza Katowice
- Q Hotel Plus Katowice
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for trains to Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 6, Line 11, Line 19
- Bus: Several lines available
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