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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Katowice
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
6 h 38 m
Average duration
7 h 22 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
483 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Katowice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Katowice will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Of the 9 trains that leave Leipzig for Katowice every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 483 km distance in an average of 7 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 55 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.
EC 13510:576h46Leipzig Hbf17:43Katowice station£361One-way0 changes- EC 13314:576h38Leipzig Hbf21:35Katowice station£361One-way0 changes
- EC 459 · R 5821 · IC 8314+
KD 695155:497h42Leipzig Hbf13:31Katowice station£431One-way4 changes - IC 2445 · R 5825 · IC 8304+
7652111:398h51Leipzig Hbf20:30Katowice station£621One-way4 changes - ICE 606 · EC 43 · IC 83126:128h08Leipzig Hbf14:20Katowice station£631One-way2 changes
- EC 13314:576h38Leipzig Hbf21:35Katowice station£361One-way0 changes
- EC 13510:576h46Leipzig Hbf17:43Katowice station£361One-way0 changes
- EC 459 · R 5821 · IC 8314+KD 695155:497h42Leipzig Hbf13:31Katowice station£431One-way4 changes
- ICE 694 · EC 5711:167h48Leipzig Hbf19:04Katowice station£721One-way1 change
- ICE 806 · EC 597:167h55Leipzig Hbf15:11Katowice station£1091One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Leipzig to Katowice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Katowice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £145.
Distance: 483 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £392 Average Price |
7h 9m Average total duration Fastest 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 4m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leipzig to Katowice train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Katowice trains for today, Wednesday 10 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 135 | 10:57 Leipzig Hbf | 6h46 | 17:43 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 694 · EC 57 | On time 11:16 Leipzig Hbf | 7h48 | 19:04 Katowice station | 1 change | |
| IC 2445 · R 5825 · IC 8304+76521 | On time 11:39 Leipzig Hbf | 8h51 | 20:30 Katowice station | 4 changes | |
| EC 133 | 14:57 Leipzig Hbf | 6h38 | 21:35 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 11 June | |||||
| ICE 606 · EC 43 · IC 8312 | On time 6:12 Leipzig Hbf | 8h08 | 14:20 Katowice station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 806 · EC 59 | On time 7:16 Leipzig Hbf | 7h55 | 15:11 Katowice station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Katowice
Germany
Poland
Trains from Leipzig to Katowice run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 483 km distance in 6h 18m.
Distance 483 km |
Average train duration 6h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 18m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:14 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Leipzig to Katowice trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Leipzig and Katowice from £25. 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)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Leipzig to Katowice train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig 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 Leipzig and Katowice
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-13 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 14-23
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- El-Amir
- Pata Negra
- Shams Bistro
- China White
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Adagio
- SchlafGut AppartementHotel
- Gwuni Mopera
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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