The cheapest and fastest buses from Bratislava to Katowice
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€52
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 44 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bratislava to Katowice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bratislava to Katowice will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Of the 22 buses that leave Bratislava for Katowice on Thu, Aug 13, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 13 the direct buses cover the 273 km distance in an average of 5 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Thu, Aug 13 the slowest buses will take 6 h 52 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.
FlixBus8:35 AM5h05Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy1:40 PMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:40 AM5h15Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy10:55 AMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:00 AM5h00Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy6:00 AMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus8:55 PM8h55Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)5:50 AMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)€491One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:20 AM10h15Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)10:35 AMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)€501One-way1 transfer
FlixBus1:00 AM5h00Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy6:00 AMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:35 AM5h05Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy1:40 PMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:40 AM5h15Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy10:55 AMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus8:55 PM6h30Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy3:25 AMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)€561One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus1:58 PM6h52Bratislava, Einsteinova8:50 PMKatowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy)€581One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bratislava to Katowice
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bratislava to Katowice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 273 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€30 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price |
6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bratislava to Katowice bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bratislava to Katowice buses for today, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 8h15 | 8:00 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 7h30 | 8:50 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 7h05 | 8:50 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 6h55 | 8:50 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:58 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 6h52 | 8:50 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 8h00 | 1:55 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 7h25 | 1:55 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:33 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 7h22 | 1:55 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 7h00 | 1:55 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 7h40 | 3:25 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 7h05 | 3:25 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:23 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 7h02 | 3:25 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 6h30 | 3:25 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 8h55 | 5:50 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 8h30 | 5:50 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:23 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 8h27 | 5:50 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 7h15 | 5:00 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 8h40 | 7:40 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 8h05 | 7:40 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:38 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 8h02 | 7:40 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 7h50 | 7:40 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, August 13 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 10h15 | 10:35 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:00 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 5h00 | 6:00 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 7h45 | 12:00 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 AM Bratislava, Most SNP | 7h10 | 12:00 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:53 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 7h07 | 12:00 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:40 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 5h15 | 10:55 AM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 7h30 | 1:15 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Bratislava, Most SNP | 6h55 | 1:15 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:23 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 6h52 | 1:15 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 5h05 | 1:40 PM Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bratislava to Katowice
Buses from Bratislava to Katowice run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 273 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 273 km |
Average bus duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Euroticket, BlaBlaCar from Bratislava to KatowiceYou can travel by bus between Bratislava to Katowice with FlixBus, Euroticket, BlaBlaCar for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bratislava to Katowice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bratislava to Katowice by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Katowice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Euroticket
- The full cost of the ticket is refunded only if the flight was canceled by the carrier itself
- otherwise, the refund amount depends on the time of the cancellation request, with 85% refunded 48 hours before the trip and 15-50% refunded 1 to 12 hours before departure.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Euroticket
- Each passenger can carry one hand luggage up to 5 kg in the passenger area and two pieces of luggage in the trunk of the bus free of charge.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Euroticket
- Additional luggage can be carried for a fixed fee paid at ticket registration on the bus.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Euroticket
- Small pets (under 6kg) in carriers (max 45x30x25cm) travel free on some routes, larger dogs require a ticket and must be leashed and muzzled, but pets are not allowed on trains to and from London, between Brussels and Lille, or on Eurostar Sun and Snow routes.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bratislava to Katowice
Most Bratislava to Katowice buses use the Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) to Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) station pair, with some services arriving at Katowice, Piotra Skargi (Dworzec Autobusowy). Use this guide to compare Bratislava and Katowice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) from Bratislava city centre
Getting to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy from Bratislava city centre
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy is 1 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy bus station facilities and services
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Mlynské (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Bistro Nivy (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Bratislava, Einsteinova from Bratislava city centre
Bratislava, Einsteinova is 1 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava, Einsteinova bus station facilities and services
Bratislava, Einsteinova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bratislava, Einsteinova. ATMs are aTM located inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava, Einsteinova.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bratislava, Einsteinova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava, Einsteinova: Station has ramps for disabled access.
Getting to Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) from Katowice city centre
Getting to Katowice, Piotra Skargi (Dworzec Autobusowy) from Katowice city centre
Katowice, Piotra Skargi (Dworzec Autobusowy) bus station facilities and services
Katowice, Piotra Skargi (Dworzec Autobusowy) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: There are small food outlets nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Katowice, Piotra Skargi (Dworzec Autobusowy). ATMs are aTMs are located within walking distance of the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Katowice, Piotra Skargi (Dworzec Autobusowy).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Katowice, Piotra Skargi (Dworzec Autobusowy): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Katowice, Piotra Skargi (Dworzec Autobusowy): The station has basic wheelchair access.
Getting to Katowice, Dworzec PKS from Katowice city centre
Katowice, Dworzec PKS is 3 km from Katowice city centre. Public transport options include:
Katowice, Dworzec PKS bus station facilities and services
Katowice, Dworzec PKS has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and kiosks available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Katowice, Dworzec PKS. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Katowice, Dworzec PKS.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Katowice, Dworzec PKS: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Katowice, Dworzec PKS: Wheelchair accessible paths present.
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