The average train between Essen and Katowice takes 12h 37m and the fastest train takes 11h. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Katowice. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Essen and Katowice. The earliest departure is at 12:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 1:19 PM which arrives into Katowice at 5:19 AM. All services require a transfer at S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 12h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Katowice? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Essen to Katowice. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Katowice station via S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 37m.
Essen to Katowice train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Katowice train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Katowice station.
The distance between Essen and Katowice is 852.8 km. The road distance is 1,036 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Katowice via S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof and Rzepin in around 12h 14m.