1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£31
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
2 h 32 m
Trains on 09 Sept
2
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Katowice to Kielce is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Katowice to Kielce will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
On Wed 09 Sept, we found 2 trains from Katowice to Kielce, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 13 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.
IC 4202
Bus 42902 · R 42902
IC 4202
Bus 42902 · R 42902Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Katowice to Kielce among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 132 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Katowice to Kielce:
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Katowice to Kielce costing on average £33.
Other travel options to Kielce take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 0m.
Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-13.45. The journey takes 2h 11m versus 2h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Katowice to Kielce trains for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 4202 | 8:43 Katowice station | 1h50 | 10:33 Kielce station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Katowice to Kielce run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:31, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 4:31 |
Last train 23:25 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
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Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Discover the best of Kielce — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kielce trip today.
A leading regional museum inside the former bishops’ palace, showing art, interiors and exhibitions on the history of Kielce and the region.
A compact museum dedicated to writer Stefan Żeromski, set in a former school building and presenting his life and literary work.
A geological museum with minerals, fossils and rock displays that explain the area’s landscape and the wider geology of the Świętokrzyskie region.
Kielce’s main promenade is lined with historic façades, shops and public art, making it the natural place for a central city walk.
A nature reserve on a city hill with paths, rock outcrops and viewpoints, popular for short walks and a quick escape into greenery.
A landscaped city park with ponds, paths and mature trees, ideal for a relaxed walk close to the centre and cathedral hill.
A hearty rye soup with fermented starter, often served with white sausage and egg. It is a staple of Świętokrzyska home cooking and festive family meals.
Buckwheat dumplings from the Świętokrzyskie region, traditionally filled with buckwheat and quark. They are a recognised local speciality of village cuisine.
Potato pancakes baked or fried with a hearty goulash topping. This filling regional dish is common in local inns and reflects rustic Polish cooking.
Established restaurant serving Polish and European cooking with steaks, fish and seasonal dishes in a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Popular casual venue for Georgian cuisine, especially khinkali and khachapuri, with a lively, informal dining room.
Traditional Polish restaurant known for regional dishes, dumplings and soups in a warm, rustic setting near the city centre.
Budget-friendly by Polish city standards; hotels, meals and local transport usually cost less than in Kraków or Warsaw.
Tipping is optional but appreciated. In restaurants, round up or leave 10% for good service; small change is fine in cafés. Taxi fares are usually rounded up slightly.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Katowice to Kielce 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 Kielce, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Katowice to Kielce trains use the Katowice to Kielce station pair. Use this guide to compare Katowice and Kielce train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Katowice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Tatiana, Restauracja Patio
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Katowice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Katowice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Katowice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Katowice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Katowice: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Katowice, Hotel Diament Plaza Katowice, Q Hotel Plus Katowice.
Kielce has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Kielce.
Wi-Fi is available at Kielce. ATMs are available at Kielce.
Available at Kielce: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kielce: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kielce.
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