Katowice to Łódź train with ÖBB | Euro City (EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Katowice to Łódź

Showing times and prices for Dec 28

Cheapest price

€40

Average price

€40

Fastest journey

2 h 50 m

Average duration

2 h 52 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

169 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Katowice to Łódź is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Katowice to Łódź will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Katowice for Łódź on Sun, Dec 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 28 the direct trains cover the 169 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .

On Sun, Dec 28 the slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.

Deutsche Bahn
06:18AM2h53
Katowice
09:11AMŁódź
401One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
06:20AM2h53
Katowice
09:13AMŁódź
401One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
11:04AM2h50
Katowice
01:54PMŁódź
401One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Katowice to Łódź

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Katowice to Łódź among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €40.

Distance: 169 km

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Bus

€41

Average price

€13

Average price

Cheapest

3h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 32m

Average total duration

3h 2m

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30m

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Live departures

Katowice to Łódź train times

The table below shows live departures for Katowice to Łódź trains for today, Saturday, December 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 3:01 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahn7:19 PM Katowice
3h15
10:34 PM Łódź0 transfersDirect
Sunday, December 28
deutsche_bahn6:18 AM Katowice
2h53
9:11 AM Łódź0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahn6:20 AM Katowice
2h53
9:13 AM Łódź0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahn11:04 AM Katowice
2h50
1:54 PM Łódź0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Overview: Train from Katowice to Łódź

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Trains from Katowice to Łódź run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 19:42. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 2h 39m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €9
Distance
169 km
Average train duration
2h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
€40
Trains per day
1
Fastest train
2h 39m
First train
00:15
Last train
19:42
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €9

Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), PKP Intercity from Katowice to Łódź trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), PKP Intercity trains will get you between Katowice and Łódź from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ÖBB | Euro City (EC)

About
The ÖBB Euro City is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, connecting major cities across the country. The Euro City trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioned coaches and plenty of legroom. There are two types of Euro City trains: the EC (Euro City) and the IC (InterCity). The EC trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while the IC trains are slightly slower, with speeds of up to 160 km/h. The ÖBB Euro City offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a restaurant car. The most popular routes for the ÖBB Euro City include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz. These routes offer stunning views of the Austrian countryside and provide a convenient way to travel between major cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
€39
ÖBB | Euro City (EC) frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 piece of larger luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at carriage ends
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car or bistro available on most routes serving hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for additional fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require ticket (50% of 2nd class fare). Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone

PKP Intercity

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 53m
Cheapest Price
€16
PKP Intercity frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Trains from Katowice to Łódź

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Katowice to Łódź 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 Łódź, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Katowice to Łódź can start from as little as €19 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Katowice to Łódź is €24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Katowice to Łódź train time is 2 h 53 min   covering the 168 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Katowice to Łódź leaves at 05: 21. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Katowice to Łódź leaves at 23: 05.
There are 8 trains a day from Katowice to Łódź which require at least one change with ÖBB | Euro City (EC) or PKP Intercity. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Katowice to Łódź, you can count on ÖBB | Euro City (EC) or PKP Intercity for the best way to get you to Łódź. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Katowice to Łódź and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 05.
A trip to Łódź from Katowice is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 53 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Katowice to Łódź including taking a train or coach.

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Popular train stations from Katowice to Łódź

Katowice
Łódź
The major train station for departures in Katowice is Katowice. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Katowice for your trip from Katowice to Łódź.
KatowiceWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
10
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Plac Oddziałów Młodzieży Powstańczej.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Tatiana
  • Restauracja Patio
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • PLN 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Katowice
  • Hotel Diament Plaza Katowice
  • Q Hotel Plus Katowice
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for trains to Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and regional destinations
  • Hall 2: tram and bus connections
Public transit options for Katowice
  • Tram: Line 6, Line 11, Line 19
  • Bus: Several lines available

Most popular train connections from Katowice

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