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Journey Information
There are 19 intercity buses per day from Warsaw to Katowice. Traveling by bus from Warsaw to Katowice usually takes around 6 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 35 minutes.
Distance | 161 mi (259 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 35m |
Cheapest price | €10.88 |
Trips per day | 6 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus |
Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Warsaw to Katowice?
€19.73 is the average price of a bus ticket from Warsaw to Katowice. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
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What bus companies travel from Warsaw to Katowice?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Warsaw to Katowice. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 19 | 6h 54m | €21.56 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 19 trips from Warsaw to Katowice, and usually makes the trip in about 6 hours and 54 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 259 kilometers from Warsaw to Katowice. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Katowice. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 00:00 and the last bus leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all buses from Warsaw to Katowice, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 19 scheduled buses that travel from Warsaw to Katowice every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 6 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Warsaw to Katowice; ticket prices start at €13.53.
City Information
Warsaw
A historic city with a rich cultural heritage, Warsaw is a famous destination for culturally-inclined tourists. One of the city’s most popular attractions is the Old Town quarter, which has been recognized as a World Heritage Site. Filled with rebuilt buildings that mimic 14th-century houses, the area offers an interesting look into the city’s past. It also houses plenty of restaurants, cafés, and shops, so don’t hesitate to check these places out. For those interested in the history of the Jewish people in Poland, the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews boasts eye-opening exhibitions. For nature-lovers, don’t miss out on the Łazienki Królewskie Museum, which features various gardens for you to explore.
The city is considered the best destination in Poland for foodies. Some famous local favorites include Stolica and Restauracja Polska Różana, both of which offer amazing Polish dishes. For a more affordable option, Prasowy is a good choice.
Warszawa Centralna is the main trail station in the city. The main bus station is located right outside the Warszawa Zachodnia train station at al. Jerozolimskie 144. For air services, the city is served by the Warsaw Chopin Airport, 6.1 miles from the city, and the Warsaw-Modlin Airport, 22 miles north of it.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Warsaw?
Main departure station: Chopina
Buses to Katowice leave from 3 stations in Warsaw.
All bus stations in Warsaw:
Chopina
Aleje Jerozolimskie 144
Włościańska 39
Where does the bus arrive in Katowice?
Main arrival station: Katowice Sądowa
All buses from Warsaw arrive at one main station in Katowice.
Bus stations in Katowice:
Katowice Sądowa
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