How to travel from Gliwice to Katowice

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Compare train and bus for Gliwice to Katowice

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gliwice to Katowice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, while a train costs an average of $12.

Distance: 15 miles (25 km)

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$12

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57m

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27m

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The cheapest way to travel from Gliwice to Katowice is a bus with an average price of $5.

This is compared to other travel options from Gliwice to Katowice:

A bus is $7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gliwice to Katowice costing on average $12.

The fastest way to travel from Gliwice to Katowice is by train with an average journey time of 54m.

Other travel options to Katowice take longer:

Bus takes on average 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gliwice and Katowice including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Gliwice to Katowice among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $5 compared to roughly $6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $0.83. The journey takes 27m versus 25m 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.

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.

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from Gliwice to Katowice

How to get from Gliwice to Katowice by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Gliwice to Katowice is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw)
    3:05 PM0h43
    Gliwice station
    3:48 PMPyrzowice, Port Lotniczy (Katowice Airport)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw)
    3:05 PM0h43
    Gliwice station
    3:48 PMPyrzowice, Port Lotniczy (Katowice Airport)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnIC 4525
    6:05 AM0h21
    Gliwice station
    6:26 AMKatowice station
    $161One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnEIP 4508
    6:28 AM0h21
    Gliwice station
    6:49 AMKatowice station
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 6304
    6:55 AM0h22
    Gliwice station
    7:17 AMKatowice station
    $161One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Gliwice to Katowice

Travel to Katowice easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Gliwice to Katowice.

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There are 2 options to travel between Gliwice and Katowice including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Gliwice to Katowice is a bus with an average price of $5.

This is compared to other travel options from Gliwice to Katowice:

A bus is $7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gliwice to Katowice costing on average $12.

The fastest way to travel from Gliwice to Katowice is by train with an average journey time of 54m.

Other travel options to Katowice take longer:

Bus takes on average 57m.

The distance from Gliwice to Katowice is approximately 15 miles (25 km).
The average frequency per day from Gliwice to Katowice is:
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gliwice and Katowice as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Gliwice to Katowice:
  • Trains mostly depart from Gliwice station and arrive in Katowice station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe and arrive in Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gliwice to Katowice, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Neo Bus to go to Katowice by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Koleje Śląskie, PKP Intercity to go to Katowice by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Gliwice to Katowice with the following travel companies:
  • 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Neo Bus.
  • 5 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, Koleje Śląskie, PKP Intercity.
Omio customers who travel from Gliwice to Katowice often also extend their vacation to go to Kraków, Prague, Vienna, Berlin, Warsaw. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Katowice and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Katowice to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Katowice, you can explore the Katowice Forest Park for outdoor activities, visit the NOSPR Concert Hall for performances by the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, and enjoy the Silesian Zoological Garden with its diverse animal exhibits. Discover vibrant murals with the Katowice Street Art Tour and wander through the picturesque Giszowiec district. For cultural insights, visit the Silesian Museum, admire the historic Nikiszowiec district, and experience events at the iconic Spodek arena. Relax at the Valley of Three Ponds or marvel at the Cathedral of Christ the King.
Two to three days are typically sufficient to explore Katowice's main attractions, cultural sites, and local cuisine.

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