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Frankfurt to Katowice Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Frankfurt am Main to Katowice?
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Frankfurt am Main to Katowice.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$95.12 | Avg. Price$124.73 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips16 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration16h 7m | Duration14h 26m |
Bus from Frankfurt to Katowice: Journey Information
There are 15 intercity buses per day from Frankfurt to Katowice. Traveling by bus from Frankfurt to Katowice usually takes around 16 hours and 11 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 13 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 457 mi (736 km) |
| Shortest duration | 13h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $53.23 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Frankfurt to Katowice?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Frankfurt to Katowice that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 15 scheduled trips per day.
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 15 trips from Frankfurt am Main to Katowice, and usually makes the trip in about 16 hours and 12 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Sindbad is a Polish bus company that began its service in 1983. Its fleet of over 120 modern, comfortable coaches connects destinations across Europe. Passengers have access to onboard Wi-Fi and entertainment, air conditioning, restrooms, and beverages. A Sindbad trip to Katowice departing from Frankfurt am Main usually takes 14 hours and 5 minutes, and most trips arrive at Sądowa Dworzec in Katowice.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Frankfurt to Katowice
The bus takes an average of 16 hours and 11 minutes to cover the 457 miles from Frankfurt to Katowice. However, the fastest bus only takes 13 hours and 10 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.
Because many passengers travel from Frankfurt to Katowice at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Katowice, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Frankfurt to Katowice, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 15 scheduled buses that travel from Frankfurt to Katowice every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Frankfurt to Katowice; ticket prices start at $58.66.
City Information
Frankfurt
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Frankfurt is Germany's financial hub, home to the European Central Bank. This riverside city offers a variety of cultural and historical attractions scattered between its financial institutions and shops.
Your first stop should be Old Town, along the river Main. Once the center of the city, the Old Town district is now the site of the Römer, or city hall, along a row of picturesque timber houses. Stop in Kleinmarkthalle, a bustling indoor market, to grab a sausage for a snack before wandering through some of Old Town's museums: Saalgasse, Dommuseum, and Museum für Moderne Kunst (Museum MMK) will get you started. Two of Frankfurt's most prominent churches, St. Bartholomew Cathedral and St. Nicholas Church, are also in the area.
Food is always delightful in Frankfurt. Several Michelin-star restaurants will entice you, including Restaurant Lafleur, Restaurant Gustav, Restaurant Villa Merton, and Carmelo Greco. If you prefer more affordable dining and lively nightlife, head to the Bahnhofsviertel neighborhood near the city's train station.
The train station in Bahnhofsviertel serves national and international rail lines for Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, vlexx, and Railjet. You can also reach Frankfurt easily on bus carriers like FlixBus and Sindbad. Plus, flying in and out of Frankfurt is a breeze, as the airport is one of the largest in Germany and the main hub for the Lufthansa airline.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Frankfurt?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Central Bus Station
Frankfurt Central Bus Station, locally known as Busterminal Frankfurt, is the city's main bus terminal and is located directly next to Frankfurt HBF (the central train station). The terminal is a hub for bus services throughout Europe, like Flixbus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus, and Arda Tur. Nearby you will find a coffee shop, ATMs, toilets, and luggage storage. In the immediate vicinity, there is a Tokyo Inn and Ibis hotel, numerous restaurants, and a five-minute walk from the city center.
All bus stations in Frankfurt:
Central Bus Station
Frankfurt Main Airport P36
Frankfurt Am Main Karlsruher Str.
Where does the bus arrive in Katowice?
Main arrival station: Katowice Sądowa
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Katowice.
All bus stations in Katowice:
Katowice Sądowa
Sądowa Dworzec
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