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Velký svět techniky
Major science and technology centre with interactive exhibits on industry, energy and nature, suited to adults and families alike.
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h
Trains per day
17
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zakopane to Ostrava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zakopane to Ostrava will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 17 trains that leave Zakopane for Ostrava every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 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 1008 (Košice -> Prague)
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague)
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague)
EIC 3550 · IC 212 · R 344
EIC 3550 · IC 212
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague)
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague)
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague)
EIC 3550 · IC 212 · R 344
EIC 3550 · IC 212Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zakopane to Ostrava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 134 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Zakopane to Ostrava trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) | 5:24 Štrba, Nádraží | 3h29 | 8:53 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 3852 · IC 114 | 8:31 Zakopane | 5h42 | 14:13 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EIP 3852 · IC 114 · EC 131 | 8:31 Zakopane | 5h10 | 13:41 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
EIP 3852 · IC 114+ R 1120 (Bohumín -> Brno) | 8:31 Zakopane | 6h00 | 14:31 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
EIP 3852 · IC 114 · EC 131 | 8:31 Zakopane | 5h10 | 13:41 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
EIP 3852 · IC 114+ R 1122 (Bohumín -> Brno) | 8:31 Zakopane | 6h56 | 15:27 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
EIP 3852 · IC 114+ R 1124 (Bohumín -> Brno) | 8:31 Zakopane | 8h00 | 16:31 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
EIP 3852 · IC 114 | 8:31 Zakopane | 5h42 | 14:13 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 30538 · IC 207 | 8:55 Zakopane | 7h46 | 16:41 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 30538 · IC 207 · Os 2942 | 8:55 Zakopane | 7h29 | 16:24 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
R 30538 · IC 207+ R 1126 (Bohumín -> Brno) | 8:55 Zakopane | 8h32 | 17:27 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
R 30538 · IC 207+ R 1132 (Bohumín -> Brno) | 8:55 Zakopane | 11h36 | 20:31 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
R 30538 · IC 207+ R 1128 (Bohumín -> Brno) | 8:55 Zakopane | 9h36 | 18:31 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) | 9:25 Štrba, Nádraží | 3h28 | 12:53 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
EIC 3550 · IC 212 · R 344 | 13:17 Zakopane | 4h51 | 18:08 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
EIC 3550 · IC 212 | 13:17 Zakopane | 4h56 | 18:13 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) | 23:13 Štrba, Nádraží | 3h18 | 2:31 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Zakopane to Ostrava run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 134 km |
Average train duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:47 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Ostrava — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ostrava trip today.
Major science and technology centre with interactive exhibits on industry, energy and nature, suited to adults and families alike.
Compact gallery presenting 20th and 21st century Czech and international art in a striking converted industrial hall.
City museum covering Ostrava’s history, archaeology and cultural development inside the Old Town Hall on Masaryk Square.
Popular regenerated industrial quarter with cultural venues, open spaces and event life around the former steelworks.
Central square framed by historic buildings, fountains and the old town hall museum, ideal for a short walk in the city centre.
Large city park with ponds, woodland paths and sports facilities, well suited to relaxed walks away from the centre.
Hearty beef goulash with onion and paprika, commonly served with bread dumplings. A staple of Czech pub cooking widely enjoyed in Ostrava.
Soft bread dumplings filled with smoked meat and served with cabbage or fried onion. A filling traditional dish common in Moravia and Silesia.
Potato pancakes seasoned with garlic and marjoram, pan-fried until crisp. A beloved Czech comfort food often eaten at markets and beer halls.
Elegant fine dining restaurant in the Imperial Hotel, known for polished service and refined Czech and European cooking.
Stylish modern restaurant in Dolní Vítkovice serving Czech and international dishes in an industrial heritage setting.
Well-known brewery restaurant for tank beer, Czech classics and a lively pub atmosphere in central Ostrava.
Ostrava is budget-friendly for Czech city breaks, with lower hotel, dining and public transport costs than Prague or Brno.
Tipping is customary but modest. In restaurants, round up or add about 5-10%. Taxis are usually rounded up slightly. In cafés, small change or rounding up is normal.
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Ostrava-Svinov -> Masarykovo náměstí, Ostrava
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zakopane to Ostrava 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 Ostrava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zakopane to Ostrava trains use the Zakopane, Plac PKP, przy ul.Chramcówki to Ostrava, hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Ostrava-Svinov. Use this guide to compare Zakopane and Ostrava train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zakopane, Plac PKP, przy ul.Chramcówki is 1 km from Zakopane city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Zakopane, Plac PKP, przy ul.Chramcówki has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zakopane, Plac PKP, przy ul.Chramcówki.
Ostrava, hlavní nádraží is 2 km from Ostrava city centre. Public transport options include:
Ostrava, hlavní nádraží 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 Slunečnice, Pivnice U Rady
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Maria, Hotel Brioni, Mercure Ostrava Center Hotel.
Ostrava-Svinov is 5 km from Ostrava city centre. Public transport options include:
Ostrava-Svinov 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 U Dvoraka, Pizzeria Coloseum
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ostrava-Svinov. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ostrava-Svinov. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ostrava-Svinov: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ostrava-Svinov: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava-Svinov: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Congress Hotel Ostrava, Hotel Jan Maria, Hotel Akord.
Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
ATMs are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
Available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
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