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Silesian Museum
Major regional museum in a former coal mine, combining top Silesian art, history exhibitions, and dramatic industrial architecture.
Cheapest price on Oct 28
$10
Average ticket price on Oct 28
$25
Fastest journey on Oct 28
1 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Oct 28
1 h 59 m
Trains on Oct 28
15
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ostrava to Katowice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ostrava to Katowice will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
On Wed, Oct 28, we found 15 trains from Ostrava to Katowice, including 11 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 28 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Wed, Oct 28 the slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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)
EC 117
Os 2943 · IC 130
EC 115
EC 130
Os 2943 · IC 130
EC 106
EC 106
EC 130
EC 117Trains from Ostrava to Katowice run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 12:38 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Ostrava to Katowice trains for today, Tuesday, October 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 406 | Delayed 1:48 AM 2:48 AMOstrava hlavní nádraží | 2h30 | 4:18 AM 4:18 AMKatowice station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 341 · IC 111 | 5:49 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2h14 | 8:03 AM Katowice station | 1 transfer | |
EC 106 | 9:20 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1h56 | 11:16 AM Katowice station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 106 | 9:20 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1h56 | 11:16 AM Katowice station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 113 | 9:46 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2h21 | 12:07 PM Katowice station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 113 | 9:46 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2h21 | 12:07 PM Katowice station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 345 · IC 113 | 9:49 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2h18 | 12:07 PM Katowice station | 1 transfer | |
R 345 · IC 113 | 9:49 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2h18 | 12:07 PM Katowice station | 1 transfer | |
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw) | 1:04 PM Ostrava-Svinov station | 2h43 | 3:47 PM Pyrzowice, Port Lotniczy (Katowice Airport) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, October 28 | |||||
EN 443 | 2:11 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 3h49 | 6:00 AM Katowice station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EN 406 | 2:48 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2h30 | 5:18 AM Katowice station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 Ostrava 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 Ostrava to Katowice trains use the Ostrava, hlavní nádraží to Katowice station pair. Use this guide to compare Ostrava and Katowice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ostrava, hlavní nádraží is 2 km from Ostrava city centre. Public transport options include:
Ostrava, 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Slunečnice, Pivnice U Rady
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Maria, Hotel Brioni, Mercure Ostrava Center Hotel.
Ostrava-Svinov is 5 km from Ostrava city centre. Public transport options include:
Ostrava-Svinov has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant U Dvoraka, Pizzeria Coloseum
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ostrava-Svinov. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ostrava-Svinov. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ostrava-Svinov: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ostrava-Svinov: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava-Svinov: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Congress Hotel Ostrava, Hotel Jan Maria, Hotel Akord.
Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
ATMs are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
Available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
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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