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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Katowice to Kraków
- Cheapest price on Nov 12
- €23
- Average ticket price on Nov 12
- €23
- Fastest journey on Nov 12
- 46 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 12
- 51 m
- Trains on Nov 12
- 12
- Distance
- 68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Katowice to Kraków is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Katowice to Kraków will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
On Thu, Nov 12, we found 12 trains from Katowice to Kraków, including 12 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
On Thu, Nov 12 the slowest trains will take 56 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.
R 433081:50 PM 1h14 Katowice station 3:04 PM Kraków Główny €23 1 One-way 0 transfers- IC 7316
12:20 PM 0h59 Katowice station 1:19 PM Kraków Główny €23 1 One-way 0 transfers - TLK 83106
12:42 PM 1h00 Katowice station 1:42 PM Kraków Główny €23 1 One-way 0 transfers - IC 8314
1:10 PM 0h53 Katowice station 2:03 PM Kraków Główny €23 1 One-way 0 transfers - R 43306
11:31 AM 1h19 Katowice station 12:50 PM Kraków Główny €23 1 One-way 0 transfers
- IC 6304
7:20 AM 0h46 Katowice station 8:06 AM Kraków Główny €23 1 One-way 0 transfers - IC 6300
9:11 AM 0h48 Katowice station 9:59 AM Kraków Główny €23 1 One-way 0 transfers - IC 8314
1:10 PM 0h53 Katowice station 2:03 PM Kraków Główny €23 1 One-way 0 transfers - EC 431
5:42 AM 0h53 Katowice station 6:35 AM Kraków Główny €23 1 One-way 0 transfers - IC 8331
10:19 AM 0h56 Katowice station 11:15 AM Kraków Główny €23 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Katowice to Kraków
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Trains from Katowice to Kraków run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 46m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 4:00 AM |
Last train 11:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Live departures
Katowice to Kraków train times
The table below shows live departures for Katowice to Kraków trains for today, Wednesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 6304 | 7:20 AM Katowice station | 0h46 | 8:06 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 6300 | 9:11 AM Katowice station | 0h48 | 9:59 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 8331 | 10:19 AM Katowice station | 0h56 | 11:15 AM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 7316 | 12:21 PM Katowice station | 0h59 | 1:20 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 8314 | 1:17 PM Katowice station | 0h46 | 2:03 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 8312 | 2:19 PM Katowice station | 0h55 | 3:14 PM Kraków Główny | 0 transfersDirect | |
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A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Katowice and Kraków
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FAQs: Trains from Katowice to Kraków
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Katowice to Kraków 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 Kraków, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Katowice to Kraków
Most Katowice to Kraków trains use the Katowice to Kraków Główny station pair. Use this guide to compare Katowice and Kraków train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Katowice station do trains to Kraków leave from?
Getting to Katowice from Katowice city centre
Katowice train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Tatiana, Restauracja Patio
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Katowice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Katowice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Katowice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Katowice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Katowice: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Katowice, Hotel Diament Plaza Katowice, Q Hotel Plus Katowice.
Which Kraków station do trains from Katowice arrive at?
Getting to Kraków Główny from Kraków city centre
Kraków Główny is 1 km from Kraków city centre. Public transport options include:
Kraków Główny train station facilities and services
Kraków Główny 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 and drink
Food options include: Restauracja Browar Lubicz, Bistro Bene by Tomasz Leśniak
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kraków Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kraków Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kraków Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kraków Główny: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kraków Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto, PURO Kraków Stare Miasto, Vienna House Andel's Cracow.
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