How to get to Katowice from Dortmund

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Compare coach, train and flight for Dortmund to Katowice

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Katowice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £66 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £66, while a flight costs an average of £227.

Distance: 822 km

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£227

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£113

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£66

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£127

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4h 27m

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2h 27m

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2h 0m

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12h 33m

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30m

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15h 0m

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14h 30m

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9h 53m

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The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Katowice is a coach with an average price of £66.

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Katowice:

A coach is £47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Katowice costing on average £113.

A coach is £160 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Katowice costing on average £227.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Katowice is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to Katowice take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 33m.

Coach takes on average 15h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dortmund and Katowice including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 7h 26m sooner (2h 27m by flight vs 9h 53m by car). Tickets start at around £227 compared to roughly £127 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Dortmund to Katowice

How to get to Katowice from Dortmund by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Dortmund to Katowice is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1541 · ICE 1272 · EC 59
    0:4914h19
    Dortmund Hbf
    15:08Katowice station
    £361One-way
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1541 · ICE 1272 · EC 59
    0:4914h19
    Dortmund Hbf
    15:08Katowice station
    £361One-way
    2 changes

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 843 · 21857 · IC 2175 · EC 135
    6:4710h27
    Dortmund Hbf
    17:14Katowice station
    £491One-way
    3 changes

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 541 · ICE 597 · EC 135
    5:4411h30
    Dortmund Hbf
    17:14Katowice station
    £401One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 543 · 3308 · EC 47 · IC 8306
    7:4810h35
    Dortmund Hbf
    18:23Katowice station
    £431One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 541 · 3306 · EC 45 · IC 8310
    5:4410h36
    Dortmund Hbf
    16:20Katowice station
    £491One-way
    3 changes
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    9:3512h40
    Dortmund Hbf
    22:15Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)
    £471One-way
    1 change
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    17:3513h35
    Dortmund Hbf
    7:10Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)
    £471One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:0013h50
    Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    0:50Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)
    £471One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Dortmund to Katowice

Travel to Katowice easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dortmund to Katowice.

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There are 3 options to travel between Dortmund and Katowice including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Katowice is a coach with an average price of £66.

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Katowice:

A coach is £47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Katowice costing on average £113.

A coach is £160 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Katowice costing on average £227.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Katowice is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to Katowice take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 33m.

Coach takes on average 15h 0m.

The Dortmund to Katowice distance is approximately 822 km.
The average frequency per day from Dortmund to Katowice is:
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 5 coaches per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dortmund and Katowice as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dortmund to Katowice:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Katowice International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Dortmund Hbf and arrive in Katowice station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dortmund to Katowice, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Euroticket, FlixBus, Sindbad to go to Katowice by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Katowice by train.
  • Travel with Wizz Air, Lufthansa, CitizenPlane, Lot Polish Airlines, Air Dolomiti to go to Katowice by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Dortmund to Katowice with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct coaches per day with Euroticket, FlixBus, Sindbad.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Dortmund to Katowice often also extend their vacation to go to Kraków, Prague, Berlin, Rome, Warsaw. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Katowice and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Dortmund to Katowice, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Katowice, you can explore the expansive Katowice Forest Park for outdoor activities and relaxation, or enjoy performances at the modern NOSPR Concert Hall. Visit the Silesian Zoological Garden to see a variety of animal species and educational exhibits. Discover vibrant murals on the Katowice Street Art Tour and stroll through Giszowiec, known for its charming architecture. Don't miss the Silesian Museum's cultural displays, the historic red-brick district of Nikiszowiec, and the iconic Spodek arena. Enjoy leisure activities at the Valley of Three Ponds, and admire the neo-classical architecture of the Cathedral of Christ the King.
To explore Katowice's cultural sites, vibrant art scene, and local cuisine, two to three days are typically sufficient.

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