Katowice to Ostrava by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Katowice to Ostrava? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 73 kilometres.

Train cost for travel between Katowice and Ostrava

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is US$35.00, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 6 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train schedule for travel between Katowice and Ostrava

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 31 trains make this journey of 73 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Katowice is at 04:34 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:38.

During the weekend, 04:38 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:38 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 6 minutes.

Katowice to Ostrava distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 73 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 1 hour and 29 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Katowice and Ostrava?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Katowice and Ostrava 6 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Further insights on trains from Katowice to Ostrava

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Ostrava city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Katowice to Ostrava by train?

The trip from Katowice to Ostrava covers a distance of 73 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Katowice to Ostrava?

The cheapest fare on this route is US$35.00. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Katowice to Ostrava by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 6 months ahead of the travel date.

How long does the train take from Katowice to Ostrava?

The fastest travel time is 1 hour and 29 minutes.