The cheapest and fastest trains from Katowice to Ostrava
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Katowice to Ostrava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Katowice to Ostrava will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 15 trains that leave Katowice for Ostrava on Thu, Nov 27, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
IC 105
IC 1420 · IC 114 · Os 2936
IC 116
IC 131
IC 116+
LE1256
IC 105
IC 116
IC 116
IC 131
IC 116+
R 1112 (Bohumín -> Brno)Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Katowice to Ostrava
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Katowice to Ostrava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €2, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 71 km
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€18 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Katowice to Ostrava train times
The table below shows live departures for Katowice to Ostrava trains for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 131 | 10:48 AM Katowice station | 2h01 | 12:49 PM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 131 | 10:48 AM Katowice station | 2h23 | 1:11 PM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 131+ R 1124 (Bohumín -> Brno) | 10:48 AM Katowice station | 4h46 | 3:34 PM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
IC 131+ R 1120 (Bohumín -> Brno) | 10:48 AM Katowice station | 2h46 | 1:34 PM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
IC 131 | 10:48 AM Katowice station | 2h01 | 12:49 PM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 131+ R 1122 (Bohumín -> Brno) | 10:48 AM Katowice station | 3h46 | 2:34 PM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, November 27 | |||||
IC 116+ LE1256 | 7:15 AM Katowice station | 3h42 | 10:57 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
IC 116 | 7:15 AM Katowice station | 1h56 | 9:11 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 116 | 7:15 AM Katowice station | 1h56 | 9:11 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 116+ R 1114 (Bohumín -> Brno) | 7:15 AM Katowice station | 3h19 | 10:34 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
IC 116+ R 1112 (Bohumín -> Brno) | 7:15 AM Katowice station | 2h19 | 9:34 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
IC 105 | 7:53 AM Katowice station | 1h56 | 9:49 AM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1420 · IC 114 · Os 2936 | 9:48 AM Katowice station | 2h37 | 12:25 PM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
IC 1420 · IC 114+ R 1120 (Bohumín -> Brno) | 9:48 AM Katowice station | 3h46 | 1:34 PM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
IC 1420 · IC 114 · Os 2936 | 9:48 AM Katowice station | 2h37 | 12:25 PM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
IC 1420 · IC 114+ LE1260 | 9:48 AM Katowice station | 4h09 | 1:57 PM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
IC 1420 · IC 114+ R 1118 (Bohumín -> Brno) | 9:48 AM Katowice station | 2h46 | 12:34 PM Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Katowice to Ostrava
Trains from Katowice to Ostrava run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €2 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Leo Express, Regiojet, Deutsche Bahn, Koleje Śląskie, PKP Intercity from Katowice to Ostrava trainsLeo Express, Regiojet, Deutsche Bahn, Koleje Śląskie, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Katowice and Ostrava from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regiojet
Deutsche Bahn
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.
Leo Express
Koleje Śląskie
PKP Intercity
FAQs: Trains from Katowice to Ostrava
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Katowice to Ostrava 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 Ostrava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Katowice, you have various train station options to start your route from including Katowice and Katowice Ligota. When arriving in Ostrava, you can end your journey in train stations like Ostrava, hlavní nádraží and Ostrava-Svinov station.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Katowice, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží, located 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Katowice to Ostrava
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- 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.
- Restaurant Tatiana
- Restauracja Patio
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- PLN 2
- Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Katowice
- Hotel Diament Plaza Katowice
- Q Hotel Plus Katowice
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for trains to Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 6, Line 11, Line 19
- Bus: Several lines available
- 4:30 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Nádražní street.
- Restaurant Slunečnice
- Pivnice U Rady
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Maria
- Hotel Brioni
- Mercure Ostrava Center Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Slovakia, Poland, Austria, and regional destinations
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Peterkova street.
- Restaurant U Dvoraka
- Pizzeria Coloseum
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Clarion Congress Hotel Ostrava
- Hotel Jan Maria
- Hotel Akord
- Located in the main hall
- Auto Europe
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 4, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
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