- Must visit
Silesian Museum
Major regional museum in a former coal mine, combining top Silesian art, history exhibitions, and dramatic industrial architecture.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
kr312
Average ticket price on Sep 18
kr429
Fastest journey on Sep 18
11 h
Average journey duration on Sep 18
11 h 43 m
Buses on Sep 18
4
Distance
687 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hanover to Katowice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Katowice will cost around kr429 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr312.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 4 buses from Hanover to Katowice, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 687 km distance in an average of 11 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 12 h 51 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Katowice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr603 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr603, while a flight costs an average of kr2820.
Distance: 426 miles (687 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
kr603 Average price Cheapest | kr831 Average price | kr2820 Average price | kr923 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 42m Average total duration 9h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() 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 |
This is compared to other travel options from Hanover to Katowice:
A bus is kr228 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Katowice costing on average kr831.
A bus is kr2217 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Katowice costing on average kr2820.
Other travel options to Katowice take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 12m.
Bus takes on average 11h 20m.
Tickets start at around kr603 compared to roughly kr923 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr321. The journey takes 11h 20m versus 7h 49m 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, BlaBlaCar, 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr312 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr286 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price kr318 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr644 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price kr370 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr572 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr298 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr572 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price kr374 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:44AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 10h31 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price kr402 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr502 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr390 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr390 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr398 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price kr428 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:44PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 12h51 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr597 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr310 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:44PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 12h51 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price kr370 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr276 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price kr575 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price kr350 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr374 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price kr358 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr374 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr424 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:44PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 11h26 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price kr358 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price kr358 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price kr681 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price kr551 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 12h16 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price kr358 |
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Katowice buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM Hanover Central Station | 13h30 | 12:50 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:44 AM Hanover Hbf | 10h31 | 10:15 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Hanover Central Station | 15h10 | 4:05 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Hanover Central Station | 14h50 | 4:35 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:44 PM Hanover Hbf | 12h51 | 4:35 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 PM Hanover Central Station | 12h00 | 7:10 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 7:44 PM Hanover Hbf | 11h26 | 7:10 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 PM Hanover Central Station | 14h15 | 10:30 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
0 | 10:30 PM Hanover | 11h50 | 10:20 AM Katowice | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:30 PM Hanover | 11h40 | 10:10 AM Katowice | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Hanover Central Station | 12h16 | 12:15 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
![]() | 12:30 AM Hanover | 11h00 | 11:30 AM Katowice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 AM Hanover | 11h00 | 12:30 PM Katowice | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Hanover to Katowice run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr286 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 426 miles (687 km) distance in 10h 21m.
Distance 426 miles (687 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price kr286 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 21m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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Discover the best of Katowice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Katowice trip today.
Major regional museum in a former coal mine, combining top Silesian art, history exhibitions, and dramatic industrial architecture.
Leading concert institution with guided visits and architecture appeal; worth visiting for music lovers and modern design fans.
Museum dedicated to Katowice’s urban history, housed in a former tenement and showing everyday life across different eras.
Katowice’s most famous historic district, known for red-brick workers’ housing, courtyards, murals, and a strong local atmosphere.
Revitalized cultural quarter with museums, concert hall, and public spaces on former mine land; essential for modern Katowice.
Large urban park with ponds, zoo, amusement area, and broad walking routes; a favorite local escape for families and walkers.
A Silesian Sunday classic: tender beef roulade stuffed with bacon, pickle and onion, usually served with dumplings and red cabbage.
Soft, springy potato dumplings with a small dimple in the center. They are a hallmark of Silesian home cooking and festive family meals.
Braised red cabbage, sweet-sour and gently spiced. It is a traditional side dish in Silesia, especially with roulade and dumplings.
Well-known fine dining restaurant in Nikiszowiec, serving refined modern Polish and Silesian cuisine in an elegant historic setting.
Recognized modern restaurant in central Katowice with seasonal Polish cooking, careful plating and a calm contemporary dining room.
Established brewery restaurant near Spodek, popular for house beer and solid Polish dishes in a relaxed, lively atmosphere.
Budget-friendly for Polish city breaks: hotels, meals, and local transit usually cost less than in Kraków or Warsaw.
Service is often not included. Tip 10% in restaurants for good service, round up in cafés, and round up or add 5-10% for taxis.
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Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) -> Katowice Rynek, Katowice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover 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.

Most Hanover to Katowice buses use the Hanover Central Station to Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) station pair, with some services arriving at Katowice, Dworzec PKS. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Katowice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Hannover, ZOB is 1 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Asia Snack (0.2 km), Restaurant Brunnenhof (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover, ZOB.
Available at Hannover, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
Katowice, Dworzec PKS is 3 km from Katowice city centre. Public transport options include:
Katowice, Dworzec PKS has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and kiosks available.
Wi-Fi is available at Katowice, Dworzec PKS. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Katowice, Dworzec PKS.
Available at Katowice, Dworzec PKS: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Katowice, Dworzec PKS: Wheelchair accessible paths present.
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