4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Hamburg to Katowice
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
10 h 45 m
Average duration
11 h 30 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
719 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamburg to Katowice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Katowice will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 12 buses that leave Hamburg for Katowice on Wed, Jul 15, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 719 km distance in an average of 11 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 45 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 12 h 36 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.
FlixBus4:00 AM11h10Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof3:10 PMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)$691One-way0 transfers- FlixBus11:45 PM10h45Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof10:30 AMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)$801One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus+
FlixTrain1:39 PM11h31Hamburg Hbf1:10 AMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)$951One-way1 transfer - FlixBus+FlixTrain7:39 AM11h26Hamburg Hbf7:05 PMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)$951One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus+FlixTrain5:39 PM13h31Hamburg Hbf7:10 AMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)$951One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus11:45 PM10h45Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof10:30 AMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)$801One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus4:00 AM11h10Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof3:10 PMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)$691One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus+FlixTrain7:39 AM11h26Hamburg Hbf7:05 PMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)$951One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus+FlixTrain1:39 PM11h31Hamburg Hbf1:10 AMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)$951One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus+FlixTrain9:39 AM12h36Hamburg Hbf10:15 PMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)$951One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Katowice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Katowice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $147.
Distance: 446 miles (719 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price Cheapest | $115 Average price | $339 Average price | $145 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 51m Average total duration 12h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 2.2 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Katowice:
A bus is $47 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Katowice costing on average $115 (€95).
A bus is $271 (€223) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Katowice costing on average $339 (€279).
Other travel options to Katowice take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 31m.
Bus takes on average 12h 21m.
Tickets start at around $68 (€56) compared to roughly $145 (€119) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $77 (€63). The journey takes 12h 21m versus 8h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Hamburg to Katowice Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:39AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 11h26 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:39AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 12h36 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:39AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 10h36 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:39PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 11h31 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:39PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 12h56 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:39PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 13h31 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:39PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 11h31 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Live departures
Hamburg to Katowice bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Katowice buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 13h55 | 3:15 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 5:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 13h31 | 7:10 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 12h40 | 7:10 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
 0 | 9:30 PM Hamburg Hbf | 12h50 | 10:20 AM Katowice, Dworzec PKS | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:45 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 10h45 | 10:30 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 11h10 | 3:10 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 7:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h26 | 7:05 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 12h45 | 10:15 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 9:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 12h36 | 10:15 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 14h25 | 1:10 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Katowice
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Buses from Hamburg to Katowice run on average 10 times per day, taking around 12h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $41 (€34) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 446 miles (719 km) distance in 10h 50m.
Distance 446 miles (719 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€34) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 10h 50m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus from Hamburg to KatowiceYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Katowice with FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus for as low as $41 (€34). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Hamburg to Katowice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Katowice by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Katowice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Sindbad
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Silesian Museum, a cultural institution showcasing art, history, and industrial heritage in a modern architectural setting
- Nikiszowiec, a historic district known for its red-brick architecture and unique urban layout
- Spodek, an iconic multipurpose arena famous for its UFO-like design, hosting concerts and sporting events
- Valley of Three Ponds, a recreational area offering green spaces, walking trails, and water activities
- Cathedral of Christ the King, the largest cathedral in Katowice, featuring impressive neo-classical architecture.
- Katowice Forest Park, a large green space ideal for outdoor activities and relaxation
- NOSPR Concert Hall, a modern venue offering performances by the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra
- Silesian Zoological Garden, a popular attraction featuring a variety of animal species and educational exhibits
- Katowice Street Art Tour, exploring vibrant murals and graffiti across the city
- Giszowiec, a picturesque garden city district with charming architecture and historical significance.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Sindbad
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Sindbad
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Sindbad
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Sindbad
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require prior arrangement.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Hamburg to Katowice
Most Hamburg to Katowice buses use the Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) station pair, with some services arriving at Katowice, Dworzec PKS. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Katowice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do buses to Katowice leave from?
Getting to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof bus station facilities and services
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Burger Lounge (0.3 km), Café Paris (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf bus station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Nordsee (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Getting to Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) from Katowice city centre
Most popular bus connections from Hamburg
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