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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Poznan to Katowice
Cheapest price
€68
Average price
€78
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poznan to Katowice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poznan to Katowice will cost around €78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €68.
It's difficult to get from Poznan to Katowice without transferring at least once.
R 76932 · IC 8314IC 263 · EC 59IC 8312 · EIP 4502IC 73106 · IC 8312 · EIP 4502IC 56100 · IC 8312 · EIP 4502IC 263 · EC 59IC 8312 · EIP 4502R 76932 · IC 8314IC 73106 · IC 8314IC 56100 · IC 8312 · EIP 4502
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Poznan to Katowice
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Poznan to Katowice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €104.
Distance: 280 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€56 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €110 Average price |
4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Poznan to Katowice train times
The table below shows live departures for Poznan to Katowice trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 73106 · IC 8312 · EIP 4502 | 7:38 AM Poznań Główny | 5h55 | 1:33 PM Katowice station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 73106 · IC 8314 | 7:38 AM Poznań Główny | 4h38 | 12:16 PM Katowice station | 1 transfer | |
| R 76932 · IC 8314 | 7:43 AM Poznań Główny | 4h33 | 12:16 PM Katowice station | 1 transfer | |
| R 76932 · IC 8312 · EIP 4502 | 7:43 AM Poznań Główny | 5h50 | 1:33 PM Katowice station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 56100 · IC 8312 · EIP 4502 | 8:38 AM Poznań Główny | 4h55 | 1:33 PM Katowice station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 8312 · EIP 4502 | 9:38 AM Poznań Główny | 3h55 | 1:33 PM Katowice station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 263 · EC 59 | On time 10:31 AM Poznań Główny | 3h39 | 2:10 PM Katowice station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poznan to Katowice
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Trains from Poznan to Katowice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €54 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:47, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 280 km distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 280 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €54 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 02:47 |
Last train 22:48 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity, Polregio from Poznan to Katowice trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity, Polregio trains will get you between Poznan and Katowice from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
PKP Intercity
Polregio
FAQs: Trains from Poznan to Katowice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poznan to Katowice 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 Katowice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Poznan, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Poznań Główny, Poznań Garbary and Poznań Wschód. When arriving in Katowice, you can end your journey in train stations like Katowice, Katowice Ligota and Katowice Dworzec autobusowy Piotra Skargi 8.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Poznań Główny, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Katowice, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Poznan to Katowice
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from ul. Dworcowa.
- Restauracja Bazar 1838
- Manekin Poznań
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- PLN 2
- Sheraton Poznan Hotel
- Hotel Mercure Poznan Centrum
- IBB Andersia Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, and domestic destinations
- Hall 2: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 18
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
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