- Must visit
Silesian Museum
Main regional museum presenting Silesian art, history and ethnography in a striking former coal mine setting.
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kraków to Katowice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Katowice will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 17 trains that leave Kraków for Katowice every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 57 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 205 · R 34306
IC 3806
R 34054
IC 134
R 34306
IC 134
EC 58
EC 56
EC 54
IC 132Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Katowice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 68 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£22 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Katowice trains for today, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 34060 | 17:27 Kraków Główny | 1h08 | 18:35 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3600 | 17:49 Kraków Główny | 0h52 | 18:41 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 34316 | 18:09 Kraków Główny | 1h23 | 19:32 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3603 | 18:35 Kraków Główny | 1h03 | 19:38 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 34318 | 19:06 Kraków Główny | 1h29 | 20:35 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3128 · R 34319 | 19:20 Kraków Główny | 1h15 | 20:35 Katowice station | 1 change | |
IC 3604 | 19:58 Kraków Główny | 0h48 | 20:46 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 34062 | 20:29 Kraków Główny | 1h01 | 21:30 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
TLK 38194 | 20:36 Kraków Główny | 1h13 | 21:49 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 417 | Delayed 18:59 20:57Kraków Główny | 1h10 | 20:09 20:09Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 430 | On time 21:33 Kraków Główny | 1h02 | 22:35 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 August | |||||
EC 54 | On time 4:10 Kraków Główny | 0h55 | 5:05 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 34300 | 4:15 Kraków Główny | 1h21 | 5:36 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3816 | 4:41 Kraków Główny | 1h02 | 5:43 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 34050 | 5:23 Kraków Główny | 1h08 | 6:31 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 132 | 5:51 Kraków Główny | 0h57 | 6:48 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 34302 | 5:57 Kraków Główny | 1h24 | 7:21 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3804 | 6:35 Kraków Główny | 1h05 | 7:40 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
TLK 36106 | 6:56 Kraków Główny | 1h08 | 8:04 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 56 | Delayed 5:57 7:55Kraków Główny | 0h53 | 8:48 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 34304 | 8:02 Kraków Główny | 1h21 | 9:23 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3806 | 8:34 Kraków Główny | 1h02 | 9:36 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 34054 | 9:20 Kraków Główny | 1h13 | 10:33 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 134 | 9:50 Kraków Główny | 0h52 | 10:42 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 34306 | 10:00 Kraków Główny | 1h37 | 11:37 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 205 · R 34306 | 10:17 Kraków Główny | 1h20 | 11:37 Katowice station | 1 change | |
IC 3810 · IC 1420 | 10:41 Kraków Główny | 1h11 | 11:52 Katowice station | 1 change | |
EC 58 | Delayed 9:55 11:53Kraków Główny | 0h52 | 12:45 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Kraków to Katowice run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 52m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 4:00 |
Last train 23:01 |
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Main regional museum presenting Silesian art, history and ethnography in a striking former coal mine setting.
Compact museum on the city’s history, with exhibitions on urban growth, daily life and local identity.
Branch museum in a historic tenement focused on interiors and material culture from bourgeois Katowice.
Revitalised culture zone with museums, concert halls and public spaces on the site of the former Katowice mine.
Historic workers’ district with red-brick houses, courtyards and a strong local character, ideal for a walk.
Lively central square with modern fountains, events and easy access to shopping streets and cultural venues.
A hearty Silesian roulade of beef filled with bacon, onion and pickled cucumber, usually served on Sundays with gravy. A signature dish of Upper Silesia.
Soft potato dumplings with a hollow in the centre, a classic Silesian side dish traditionally served with roulade and red cabbage.
Sweet-and-sour braised red cabbage, often cooked with bacon or meat juices. It is a staple companion to festive Silesian meat dishes.
Refined dining focused on modern Polish cuisine and careful presentation in an elegant, contemporary interior.
Traditional Silesian restaurant known for roulade, dumplings and regional classics in a cosy, old-style setting.
Established venue serving Polish and Silesian dishes with a warm, traditional atmosphere near the city centre.
Budget-friendly for city breaks; hotels, dining and public transport usually cost less than in Kraków or Warsaw.
Service is usually not included. Tip about 10% in restaurants for good service; round up in cafés and taxis, or add a few złoty.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków 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.

Most Kraków to Katowice trains use the Kraków Główny to Katowice station pair, with some services arriving at Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec). Use this guide to compare Kraków and Katowice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kraków Główny is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków Główny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restauracja Browar Lubicz, Bistro Bene by Tomasz Leśniak
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Kraków Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kraków Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kraków Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kraków Główny: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto, PURO Kraków Stare Miasto, Vienna House Andel's Cracow.
Krakow Glowny (Dworzec autobusowy Bosacka 18) is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Krakow Glowny (Dworzec autobusowy Bosacka 18) 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restauracja Browar Lubicz, Pod Wawelem
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Krakow Glowny (Dworzec autobusowy Bosacka 18). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Krakow Glowny (Dworzec autobusowy Bosacka 18). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Krakow Glowny (Dworzec autobusowy Bosacka 18): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Krakow Glowny (Dworzec autobusowy Bosacka 18): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Krakow Glowny (Dworzec autobusowy Bosacka 18): Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto, Vienna House Andel's Cracow, PURO Kraków Stare Miasto.
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.
Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec) is 1 km from Katowice city centre. Public transport options include:
Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries and cafes inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available in the main hall. ATMs are multiple ATMs in the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec).
Available at Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec): Wheelchair accessible and assistance available.
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