- Must visit
Museum of the City of Łódź
Major city museum in a lavish palace, presenting Łódź history, interiors, and stories of industrial elites.
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Katowice to Łódź is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Katowice to Łódź will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 8 buses that leave Katowice for Łódź on Wed, Aug 05, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 169 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 3 h 5 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Katowice to Łódź among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 105 miles (169 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€13 Average price Cheapest | €45 Average price | €27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Katowice to Łódź:
A bus is €33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Katowice to Łódź costing on average €45.
Other travel options to Łódź take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 20m.
Tickets start at around €13 compared to roughly €27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €14. The journey takes 2h 39m versus 2h 12m 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, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Euroticket.
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 01:10AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 3h06 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
The table below shows live departures for Katowice to Łódź buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 4:25 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 3h40 | 8:05 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 3h10 | 10:55 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 3h06 | 3:05 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 1:10 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 2h30 | 3:40 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 3h05 | 9:05 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 2h50 | 11:40 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 2h55 | 2:45 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 2h55 | 4:10 PM Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Katowice to Łódź run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 105 miles (169 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 105 miles (169 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 1:10 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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Discover the best of Łódź — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Łódź trip today.
Major city museum in a lavish palace, presenting Łódź history, interiors, and stories of industrial elites.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with an internationally important avant-garde collection.
Excellent film museum in the Scheibler Palace, highlighting Polish cinema and Łódź’s movie-making legacy.
Łódź’s flagship street, lined with palaces, courtyards, shops, and murals; essential for first-time visitors.
Huge former factory complex turned cultural and shopping district, famous for red-brick architecture and events.
Atmospheric former mill district with brick warehouses, workers’ houses, and photogenic industrial streets.
Zalewajka is a sour rye soup with potatoes, often linked to the Łódź region. It is rustic, filling, and a classic workers’ dish from central Poland.
Prażoki are mashed potatoes mixed with flour and served with toppings like fried onion or bacon. They are a simple, traditional rural food from the Łódź area.
Kluski żelazne are dense potato dumplings made with raw and cooked potatoes. They are a distinctive regional staple in central Poland, often served with meat sauce.
Popular casual venue focused on traditional Polish dumplings with many fillings. Friendly atmosphere and a dependable stop for regional comfort food.
Long-running vegetarian restaurant known for affordable Polish and international dishes. Casual, reliable, and especially useful for meat-free dining.
Well-known restaurant in Manufaktura serving refined Polish cuisine in an elegant historic setting. Good choice for classic dishes with a modern presentation.
Budget-friendly for city breaks; hotels, meals, and public transport usually cost less than in Western European cities.
Service is often not included. Round up or leave 10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small cafe tips are optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Katowice to Łódź 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 Łódź, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Katowice to Łódź buses use the Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) to Łódź, Fabryczna station pair, with some services arriving at Zgierz, ul. Łąkowa (TBS). Use this guide to compare Katowice and Łódź bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
Łódź, Fabryczna is 2 km from Łódź city centre. Public transport options include:
Łódź, Fabryczna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple fast food outlets available.
WiFi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs available near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Łódź, Fabryczna.
Available at Łódź, Fabryczna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź, Fabryczna: Wheelchair accessible paths available.
Łódź, Dworzec Autobusowy Kaliska is 2 km from Łódź city centre. Public transport options include:
Łódź, Dworzec Autobusowy Kaliska has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several food kiosks inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi in waiting areas. ATMs are aTM available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Łódź, Dworzec Autobusowy Kaliska.
Available at Łódź, Dworzec Autobusowy Kaliska: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź, Dworzec Autobusowy Kaliska: Ramps and accessible restrooms available.
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