How to travel from Ostrava to Katowice

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Compare bus and train for Ostrava to Katowice

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ostrava to Katowice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $12 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, while a train costs an average of $15.

Distance: 44 miles (71 km)

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$12

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$15

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$18

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1h 43m

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1h 13m

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2h 40m

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The cheapest way to travel from Ostrava to Katowice is a bus with an average price of $12.

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

A bus is $3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ostrava to Katowice costing on average $15.

The fastest way to travel from Ostrava to Katowice is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 43m.

Other travel options to Katowice take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ostrava and Katowice including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Ostrava 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 $12 compared to roughly $18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6. The journey takes 1h 13m versus 1h 0m 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 Ostrava to Katowice

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

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

  • RegioJet a.s.(Ostrava -> Cracow)
    9:30 AM1h30
    Ostrava, Náměstí Dr. Brauna (Svinov)
    11:00 AMPyrzowice, Port Lotniczy Katowice (Terminal D)
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegioJet a.s.(Ostrava -> Cracow)
    9:30 AM1h30
    Ostrava, Náměstí Dr. Brauna (Svinov)
    11:00 AMPyrzowice, Port Lotniczy Katowice (Terminal D)
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Euroticket
    11:30 PM1h00
    Ostrava
    12:30 AMKatowice
    $371One-way
    0 transfers

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  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw)
    1:04 PM2h43
    Ostrava-Svinov station
    3:47 PMPyrzowice, Port Lotniczy (Katowice Airport)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw)
    1:04 PM2h44
    Ostrava-Svinov station
    3:48 PMPyrzowice, Port Lotniczy (Katowice Airport)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEC 106
    9:20 AM1h56
    Ostrava hlavní nádraží
    11:16 AMKatowice station
    $321One-way
    0 transfers
  • Ecolines
    4:15 PM1h05
    Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN)
    5:20 PMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:55 AM1h05
    Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN)
    12:00 PMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:20 AM1h05
    Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN)
    3:25 AMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Ostrava 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 Ostrava to Katowice.

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There are 2 options to travel between Ostrava and Katowice including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Ostrava to Katowice is a bus with an average price of $12.

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

A bus is $3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ostrava to Katowice costing on average $15.

The fastest way to travel from Ostrava to Katowice is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 43m.

Other travel options to Katowice take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 40m.

The distance from Ostrava to Katowice is approximately 44 miles (71 km).
The average frequency per day from Ostrava to Katowice is:
  • Around 25 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ostrava to Katowice:
  • Trains mostly depart from Ostrava hlavní nádraží and arrive in Katowice station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN) and arrive in Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ostrava to Katowice, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with České dráhy, Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s., Leo Express, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD), PKP Intercity to go to Katowice by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, Euroticket, Autolux, BlaBlaCar, D.M.D. Group, Ecolines to go to Katowice by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ostrava to Katowice with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct trains per day with České dráhy, Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet a.s., Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD), PKP Intercity.
  • 25 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus, Euroticket, Autolux, BlaBlaCar, D.M.D. Group, Ecolines.
Omio customers who travel from Ostrava 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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