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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Katowice to Łódź
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Katowice to Łódź is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Katowice to Łódź will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 2 trains that leave Katowice for Łódź 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 169 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 8 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 45205:052h59Katowice station8:04Łódź Widzew£391One-way0 changes- IC 416 · IC 4524 · LKA 414026:174h08Katowice station10:25Łódź Widzew£391One-way2 changes
- IC 45205:052h59Katowice station8:04Łódź Widzew£391One-way0 changes
- IC 416 · IC 4524 · LKA 414026:174h08Katowice station10:25Łódź Widzew£391One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Katowice to Łódź
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Katowice to Łódź among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 169 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£41 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Katowice to Łódź train times
The table below shows live departures for Katowice to Łódź trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLK 45102 · LKA 41404 | 8:40 Katowice station | 4h47 | 13:27 Łódź | 1 change | |
| TLK 45102 · IC 6144 · LKA 11563 | 8:40 Katowice station | 3h38 | 12:18 Łódź | 2 changes | |
| TLK 45102 · IC 6142 · LKA 11567 | 8:40 Katowice station | 5h39 | 14:19 Łódź | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 16 July | |||||
| IC 4520 | 5:05 Katowice station | 2h59 | 8:04 Łódź Widzew | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Katowice to Łódź
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Trains from Katowice to Łódź run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 19:42. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 169 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 19:42 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, PKP Intercity from Katowice to Łódź trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Katowice and Łódź from £8. 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.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
PKP Intercity
FAQs: Katowice to Łódź train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Katowice to Łódź 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 Łódź, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Katowice and Łódź
Most Katowice to Łódź trains use the Katowice to Łódź Widzew station pair, with some services arriving at Łódź Kaliska. Use this guide to compare Katowice and Łódź train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Katowice station do trains to Łódź leave from?
Getting to Katowice from Katowice city centre
Katowice 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Tatiana, Restauracja Patio
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Katowice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Katowice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Katowice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Katowice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Katowice: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Katowice, Hotel Diament Plaza Katowice, Q Hotel Plus Katowice.
Which Łódź station do trains from Katowice arrive at?
Getting to Łódź Widzew from Łódź city centre
Łódź Widzew is 5 km from Łódź city centre. Public transport options include:
Łódź Widzew train station facilities and services
Łódź Widzew has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Łódź Widzew.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Łódź Widzew.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Łódź Widzew: Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Łódź Widzew: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź Widzew.
Getting to Łódź Kaliska from Łódź city centre
Łódź Kaliska is 2 km from Łódź city centre. Public transport options include:
Łódź Kaliska train station facilities and services
Łódź Kaliska has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restauracja Polska, Manekin Łódź
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Łódź Kaliska. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Łódź Kaliska. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Łódź Kaliska: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Łódź Kaliska: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź Kaliska: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Tobaco, Hotel Reymont, Hotel Focus Łódź.
Getting to Łódź Chojny from Łódź city centre
Łódź Chojny is 2 km from Łódź city centre. Public transport options include:
Łódź Chojny train station facilities and services
Łódź Chojny has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Łódź Chojny.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Łódź Chojny.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Łódź Chojny: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Łódź Chojny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź Chojny.
Most popular train connections from Katowice
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