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Silesian Museum
Main regional museum presenting Silesian art, history and ethnography in a striking former coal mine setting.
Cheapest price on 14 Oct
£15
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£58
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
5 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
5 h 26 m
Trains on 14 Oct
11
Distance
329 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Katowice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Katowice will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
On Wed 14 Oct, we found 11 trains from Prague to Katowice, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 329 km distance in an average of 5 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 56 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.
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw)
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) · (Ostrava -> Cracow)
RJ 1007 (Prague -> Havířov) · (Ostrava -> Cracow)
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw) · (Ostrava -> Cracow)
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) · (Ostrava -> Cracow)
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) · (Ostrava -> Cracow)
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw) · (Ostrava -> Cracow)
RJ 1007 (Prague -> Havířov) · (Ostrava -> Cracow)
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) · (Ostrava -> Cracow)
EC 117Trains from Prague to Katowice run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 329 km distance in 4h 44m.
Distance 329 km |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 0:25 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Katowice trains for today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) · (Ostrava -> Cracow) | 21:45 Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h15 | 3:00 Pyrzowice, Port Lotniczy Katowice (Terminal D) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 14 October | |||||
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) · (Ostrava -> Cracow) | 5:41 Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h19 | 11:00 Pyrzowice, Port Lotniczy Katowice (Terminal D) | 1 change | |
EC 113 | 6:08 Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h59 | 12:07 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 264 · IC 8314 | 6:49 Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h23 | 13:12 Katowice station | 1 change | |
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw) | 9:41 Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h07 | 15:48 Pyrzowice, Port Lotniczy (Katowice Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw) · (Ostrava -> Cracow) | 9:41 Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h19 | 15:00 Pyrzowice, Port Lotniczy Katowice (Terminal D) | 1 change | |
EC 115 | 10:08 Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h26 | 16:34 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 262 · IC 8308 | 10:49 Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h25 | 17:14 Katowice station | 1 change | |
RJ 1007 (Prague -> Havířov) · (Ostrava -> Cracow) | 11:41 Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h19 | 17:00 Pyrzowice, Port Lotniczy Katowice (Terminal D) | 1 change | |
EC 117 | 14:08 Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h56 | 20:04 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 260 · IC 8302 | 14:45 Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h34 | 21:19 Katowice station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Prague 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 Prague to Katowice trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Katowice station pair. Use this guide to compare Prague and Katowice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Praha-Zahradní Město is 6 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Zahradní Město has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
ATMs are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Parking, WC.
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Praha Výstaviště is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha Výstaviště has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and vending machines available.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTMs available near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Praha Výstaviště.
Available at Praha Výstaviště: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Výstaviště: Wheelchair accessible with assistance available.
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.
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