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Silesian Museum
Major regional museum in a former coal mine, combining top Silesian art, history exhibitions, and dramatic industrial architecture.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Olomouc to Katowice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Olomouc to Katowice will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
On Sat, Nov 07, we found 10 trains from Olomouc to Katowice, including 4 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 27 m .
On Sat, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 57 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.
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw)
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Trains from Olomouc to Katowice run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (147 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 91 miles (147 km) |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Olomouc to Katowice.
The table below shows live departures for Olomouc to Katowice trains for today, Friday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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SC 241 · EC 106 | 8:05 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 3h11 | 11:16 AM Katowice station | 1 transfer | |
EC 106+ SC 241 | 8:05 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 3h11 | 11:16 AM Katowice station | 1 transfer | |
Os 14008 · EC 113 | 8:18 AM Olomouc město | 3h49 | 12:07 PM Katowice station | 1 transfer | |
Os 14008 · EC 113 | 8:20 AM Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží | 3h47 | 12:07 PM Katowice station | 1 transfer | |
EC 113 | 8:37 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 3h30 | 12:07 PM Katowice station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 113 | 8:37 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 3h30 | 12:07 PM Katowice station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw) | 12:02 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 3h45 | 3:47 PM Pyrzowice, Port Lotniczy (Katowice Airport) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Os 14016 · EC 115 | 12:18 PM Olomouc město | 4h16 | 4:34 PM Katowice station | 1 transfer | |
Os 14016 · EC 115 | 12:20 PM Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží | 4h14 | 4:34 PM Katowice station | 1 transfer | |
EC 115 | 12:37 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 3h47 | 4:24 PM Katowice station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Os 14018 · EC 204 · EIP 4500+ SC 505 | 1:18 PM Olomouc město | 4h36 | 5:54 PM Katowice station | 3 transfers | |
Os 14018 · EC 204 · EIP 4500+ SC 505 | 1:20 PM Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží | 4h34 | 5:54 PM Katowice station | 3 transfers | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Olomouc to Katowice 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 Katowice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Olomouc to Katowice trains use the Olomouc hlavní nádraží to Katowice station pair. Use this guide to compare Olomouc and Katowice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Olomouc hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Olomouc city centre. Public transport options include:
Olomouc hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Moritz, Hanácká Hospoda
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Olomouc hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Olomouc hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Olomouc hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Olomouc hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Olomouc hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Palác, Hotel Flora, NH Collection Olomouc Congress.
Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží is 1 km from Olomouc city centre. Public transport options include:
Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží.
ATMs are available at Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží.
Available at Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží: Parking, WC.
Available at Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží.
Olomouc město has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Olomouc město.
ATMs are available at Olomouc město.
Available at Olomouc město: Parking, WC.
Available at Olomouc město: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Olomouc město.
Katowice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Tatiana, Restauracja Patio
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Katowice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Katowice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Katowice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Katowice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Katowice: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Katowice, Hotel Diament Plaza Katowice, Q Hotel Plus Katowice.
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