The cheapest and fastest trains from Zakopane to Katowice
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
3 h 33 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zakopane to Katowice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zakopane to Katowice will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
To travel from Zakopane to Katowice you need to make at least one change.
R 30538 · R 34058
EIC 3550 · R 34314
TLK 38106 · R 34311
EIP 3552 · EC 58
IC 3534 · R 34060
EIC 3550 · R 34314
EIP 3552 · EC 58
IC 3534 · R 34060
TLK 38106 · R 34311
R 30538 · R 34058Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Zakopane to Katowice
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Zakopane to Katowice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 5m. 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 £9, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 126 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zakopane to Katowice train times
The table below shows live departures for Zakopane to Katowice trains for today, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EIC 3550 · R 34314 | 12:50 Zakopane | 3h33 | 16:23 Katowice station | 1 change | |
IC 3534 · R 34060 | 13:31 Zakopane | 4h05 | 17:36 Katowice station | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 3 March | |||||
EIP 3552 · EC 58 | On time 07:57 Zakopane | 3h51 | 11:48 Katowice station | 1 change | |
R 30538 · R 34058 | 08:09 Zakopane | 5h10 | 13:19 Katowice station | 1 change | |
TLK 38106 · R 34311 | 10:13 Zakopane | 4h22 | 14:35 Katowice station | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Koleje Śląskie, PKP Intercity or Polregio to find the best option for your trip from Zakopane to Katowice.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Zakopane to Katowice.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Zakopane to Katowice
Trains from Zakopane to Katowice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:02, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 04:02 |
Last train 23:01 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Koleje Śląskie, PKP Intercity, Polregio from Zakopane to Katowice trainsDeutsche Bahn, Koleje Śląskie, PKP Intercity, Polregio trains will get you between Zakopane and Katowice from £9. 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.
Koleje Śląskie
PKP Intercity
Polregio
FAQs: Zakopane to Katowice train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zakopane 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 Zakopane and Katowice
- 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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