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The cheapest and fastest trains from Katowice to Dortmund
Showing times and prices for Jan 18
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$199
Fastest journey
10 h 5 m
Average duration
11 h 46 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
822 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Katowice to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Katowice to Dortmund will cost around $199 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Katowice to Dortmund without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 3814 · EC 40 · BUS 40040 · ICE 154002:53PM13h59
Katowice station04:52AMDortmund Hbf
$701One-way
3 transfers
EC 56 · BUS 40056 · ICE 54408:54AM11h18
Katowice station08:12PMDortmund Hbf
$2241One-way
2 transfers
IC 134 · IC 2174 · ICE 84411:05AM10h05
Katowice station09:10PMDortmund Hbf
$2241One-way
2 transfers
EC 58 · BUS 40058 · ICE 55012:51PM11h43
Katowice station12:34AMDortmund Hbf
$2761One-way
2 transfers
IC 134 · IC 2174 · ICE 84411:05AM10h05
Katowice station09:10PMDortmund Hbf
$2241One-way
2 transfers
EC 56 · BUS 40056 · ICE 54408:54AM11h18
Katowice station08:12PMDortmund Hbf
$2241One-way
2 transfers
EC 58 · BUS 40058 · ICE 55012:51PM11h43
Katowice station12:34AMDortmund Hbf
$2761One-way
2 transfers
IC 3814 · EC 40 · BUS 40040 · ICE 154002:53PM13h59
Katowice station04:52AMDortmund Hbf
$701One-way
3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Katowice to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Katowice to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €54, and a flight costs an average of €26.
Distance: 510 miles (822 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€99 Average price | €119 Average price | €69 Average price Cheapest |
10h 32m Average total duration 10h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 13m Average total duration 13h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Katowice to Dortmund train times
The table below shows live departures for Katowice to Dortmund trains for tomorrow, Sunday, January 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 8:05 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 56 · BUS 40056 · ICE 544 | On time 7:54 AM Katowice station | 11h18 | 7:12 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 134 · IC 2174 · ICE 844 | On time 10:05 AM Katowice station | 10h05 | 8:10 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| EC 58 · BUS 40058 · ICE 550 | On time 11:51 AM Katowice station | 11h43 | 11:34 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3814 · EC 40 · BUS 40040 · ICE 1540 | 1:53 PM Katowice station | 13h59 | 3:52 AM Dortmund Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Why should you book Katowice to Dortmund trains with Omio?
Deutsche Bahn (EC,ICE,IC,RE,RB) as well as PKP Intercity offer trains services from Katowice to Dortmund. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Katowice to Dortmund.
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn (EC,ICE,IC,RE,RB)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn (EC,ICE,IC,RE,RB), but also compare tickets for the likes of PKP Intercity to find the best option for your trip from Katowice to Dortmund.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn (EC,ICE,IC,RE,RB) with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Katowice to Dortmund.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Deutsche Bahn (EC,ICE,IC,RE,RB) tickets can be bought on Deutsche Bahn (EC,ICE,IC,RE,RB)'s website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of PKP Intercity to help you choose the right option for your journey from Katowice to Dortmund.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Katowice to Dortmund.
How far in advance should I book train tickets from Katowice to Dortmund?
The best time to book your train from Katowice to Dortmund is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Katowice to Dortmund route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Katowice to Dortmund per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Katowice to Dortmund.
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Overview: Train from Katowice to Dortmund
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GermanyTrain Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Katowice to Dortmund start from as low as $49 (€40) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $122 (€99) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 7 daily trains from Katowice to Dortmund with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 10h 9m but the average duration is 10h 2m
Train Operators
- Travel from Katowice to Dortmund with Deutsche Bahn and PKP Intercity
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Deutsche Bahn.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Katowice station and arrive in Dortmund Hbf
- First train typically departs at 12:31 AM and the last at 11:15 PM
Distance 510 miles (822 km) |
Average train duration 10h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 10h 9m |
First train 00:31 |
Last train 23:15 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $32 (€26)
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $32 (€26)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity from Katowice to Dortmund trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Katowice and Dortmund from $32 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 9m
Cheapest Price
$49 (€40)
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
PKP Intercity
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 56m
Cheapest Price
$115 (€93)
PKP Intercity frequency
3 a day
FAQs: Trains from Katowice to Dortmund
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Katowice to Dortmund by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Katowice to Dortmund can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $49 (€40), while the average price is around $122 (€99).
The train from Katowice to Dortmund takes 10h 9m and runs 7 per day.
The distance by train from Katowice to Dortmund is 510 miles (822 km).
The first train from Katowice to Dortmund leaves at 12:31 AM.
The last train from Katowice to Dortmund leaves at 11:15 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Katowice to Dortmund.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Katowice to Dortmund.
The train station in Katowice that goes to Dortmund is Katowice station, which connects to Dortmund Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Katowice to Dortmund is by flight, with a cost of around $32 (€26).
The train journey from Katowice to Dortmund offers views of varied landscapes including urban areas, forests, and countryside, but it is not widely known for being remarkably scenic.
A day trip from Katowice to Dortmund is not feasible as the journey takes 10h 9m. There are 7 trains per day covering a distance of 510 miles (822 km).
In Dortmund, you can explore the vibrant Kreuzviertel district for trendy cafes and boutiques, attend concerts at the Westfalenhallen, and discover industrial heritage at the Zollern Colliery museum. Enjoy a stroll along Phoenix See or visit the Botanischer Garten Rombergpark for its serene landscapes. Key sights include Westfalenpark with its iconic Florianturm, the cultural Dortmund U-Tower, Signal Iduna Park, the Dortmund Zoo, and the German Football Museum.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Dortmund's key attractions, such as the Zollern Colliery, Dortmund U-Tower, and Westfalenpark, while also enjoying local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.
Yes, you can take the train from Katowice to Dortmund.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Katowice to Dortmund
Katowice
Dortmund
The major train station for departures in Katowice is Katowice. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Katowice for your trip from Katowice to Dortmund.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
10Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Plac Oddziałów Młodzieży Powstańczej.
Dining
- Restaurant Tatiana
- Restauracja Patio
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- PLN 2
Hotel
- Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Katowice
- Hotel Diament Plaza Katowice
- Q Hotel Plus Katowice
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for trains to Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
Public transit options for Katowice
- Tram: Line 6, Line 11, Line 19
- Bus: Several lines available
The major train station for arrivals in Dortmund is Dortmund Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dortmund Hbf for your journey to Dortmund from Katowice.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
Dining
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Kleimann
Hotel
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Esplanade
- Drei Kronen
- Hotel Unique Novum
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Strobels
- Rosenterassen
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