Salzburg to Katowice by train

Travelling from Salzburg to Katowice by train

Considering a train trip from Salzburg to Katowice? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost between Salzburg and Katowice

Average fares along this route:

• The cheapest ticket price: US$48.00

• 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

• Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

• Select a non-flexible fare

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

• Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Salzburg to Katowice daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Katowice on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 1 train per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

• 20:30: departure of first train Monday-Friday

• 20:30: departure of last train Monday-Friday

• 20:30: departure of first train on weekends

• 20:30: departure of last train on weekends

• Every : frequency of train departures

Salzburg to Katowice train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 513 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 8 hours and 46 minutes.

When are tickets between Salzburg and Katowice available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Salzburg and Katowice can be purchased 1 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Additional information on train travel from Salzburg 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.