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Kraków to Katowice Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Krakow to Katowice?
There are usually 34 daily bus trips available from Krakow to Katowice.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceHUF 2,890.15 | Avg. PriceHUF 1,275.95 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips34 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration1h 21m | Duration1h 19m |
Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Kraków to Katowice per day. The average train journey from Kraków to Katowice takes one hour and 20 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 43 mi (69 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 20m |
| Lowest price | HUF 1,269.26 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Leo Express |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Kraków to Katowice?
Leo Express is the one and only train line which connects Krakow to Katowice. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leo Express | 1 | 1h 20m | HUF 1,282.65 |
Leo Express is a prominent private train company based in Czechia, offering seamless connections between multiple cities across four countries. With a dedicated team of 320 professionals managing an extensive network of routes, Leo Express provides a multitude of daily trips. The company serves various destinations within the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria, and Poland. Passengers can enjoy onboard amenities such as air conditioning, restrooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and complimentary refreshments for select ticket holders across different travel classes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Kraków to Katowice
Trains from Kraków to Katowice are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Kraków at 2:00pm and arrives in Katowice about an hour later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Katowice with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Katowice to Kraków.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kraków?
Main departure station: ul. Bosacka 18
There is one train station in Kraków.
All train stations in Kraków:
ul. Bosacka 18
Where is the train station in Katowice?
Main arrival station: Katowice Sądowa 5
Katowice has one train station.
All train stations in Katowice:
Katowice Sądowa 5
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