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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 05 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£43
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 27 m
Trains on 05 Sept
17
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warsaw to Katowice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw to Katowice will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 17 trains from Warsaw to Katowice, including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 35 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 1029/1014 (Warsaw -> Prague)
IC 112
IC 107
IC 131
IC 110
RJ 1029/1014 (Warsaw -> Prague)
EIP 5402
EIP 5406
EIP 5400
EIP 5404Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Katowice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a flight costs an average of £71.
Distance: 259 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price | £36 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Warsaw to Katowice:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Katowice costing on average £17.
A coach is £59 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warsaw to Katowice costing on average £71.
Other travel options to Katowice take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 28m.
Coach takes on average 3h 48m.
The journey is about 32m faster (2h 28m by train vs 3h 0m by car) and roughly £19 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£17 vs £36). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Katowice trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EIP 5402 | 12:36 Warsaw Central | 2h28 | 15:04 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 112 | 12:52 Warsaw Central | 2h48 | 15:40 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 107 | 13:51 Warsaw Central | 2h40 | 16:31 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 5404 | 15:36 Warsaw Central | 2h35 | 18:11 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
EIC 1410 | 16:36 Warsaw Central | 2h34 | 19:10 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 110 | 17:28 Warsaw Central | 2h36 | 20:04 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 5306 · IC 3604 | 17:40 Warsaw Central | 3h20 | 21:00 Katowice station | 1 change | |
IC 5425 | 18:20 Warsaw Central | 3h30 | 21:50 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 407 | On time 19:28 Warsaw Central | 2h48 | 22:16 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 5406 | 19:36 Warsaw Central | 2h29 | 22:05 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 116 | 5:14 Warsaw Central | 2h40 | 7:54 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 103 | 5:45 Warsaw Central | 2h41 | 8:26 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
EIC 1400 | 7:36 Warsaw Central | 2h36 | 10:12 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 131 | 8:28 Warsaw Central | 2h43 | 11:11 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1029/1014 (Warsaw -> Prague) | 9:20 Warsaw Central | 2h07 | 11:27 Pyrzowice, Port Lotniczy (Katowice Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 5400 | 10:36 Warsaw Central | 2h34 | 13:10 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1423 | 11:20 Warsaw Central | 3h19 | 14:39 Katowice station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Warsaw to Katowice run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 4:10 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Katowice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Katowice trip today.
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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Katowice Airport -> Katowice Dworzec PKP, Katowice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warsaw 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 Warsaw to Katowice trains use the Warszawa Centralna to Katowice station pair. Use this guide to compare Warsaw and Katowice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Warszawa Centralna 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: Strefa Centralna, Restauracja Halka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Centralna. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Centralna. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Centralna: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warsaw Marriott Hotel, InterContinental Warsaw, Novotel Warszawa Centrum.
Warszawa Zachodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Zachodnia 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 options include: Restaurant Warszawski Lukier, Bistro Trojka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel, Campanile Varsovie, Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre.
Warszawa Wschodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Wschodnia 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 options include: Mateusz Gessler Restaurant, Bistro Praga
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Wschodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Wschodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hetman, Hotel Wiatraczna, Hotel Praski.
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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