Duisburg to Katowice by train

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Overview: trains from Duisburg to Katowice

Find the key information for travelling by train from Duisburg to Katowice, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:01 View journey
Last train 23:57 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 10hr 29m View journey
Distance (km) 869
Trains / day 22 View all
Cheapest journey US$255.00 View journey
Avg journey time 13hr 18m
Train operators 20

Duisburg to Katowice by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Duisburg to Katowice? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 869 kilometres.

Train cost between Duisburg and Katowice

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: US$255.00

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

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  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Duisburg to Katowice departure timetable

On this route, 22 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Duisburg at 00:01 and the last leaving at 23:57 during the week.

For weekend travel to Katowice, the earliest departure is at 00:02 and the last one is at 23:57. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 40 minutes.

Duisburg to Katowice distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 869 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 10 hours and 29 minutes.

How far in advance Duisburg and Katowice tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Duisburg and Katowice are available 5 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Additional information on train travel from Duisburg to Katowice

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Katowice city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Duisburg to Katowice

Want to know more about your journey from Duisburg to Katowice? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Duisburg and Katowice covers 869 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.