What is the cheapest way to get from Katowice to Linz?

The cheapest way to get from Katowice to Linz is to train which costs €18 - €30 and takes 8h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Katowice to Linz?

The fastest way to get from Katowice to Linz is to drive which takes 5h 35m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Katowice and Linz?

No, there is no direct bus from Katowice station to Linz. However, there are services departing from Katowice, Bus Station Sadowa and arriving at Linz Wissensturm via Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Katowice and Linz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Katowice and arriving at Linz Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 35m.

How far is it from Katowice to Linz?

The distance between Katowice and Linz is 544 km. The road distance is 500.8 km.

How do I travel from Katowice to Linz without a car?

The best way to get from Katowice to Linz without a car is to train via Vienna which takes 7h 6m and costs €26 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Katowice to Linz?

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Katowice to Linz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Katowice to Linz bus from?

Katowice to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Katowice, Bus Station Sadowa.

Where do I catch the Katowice to Linz train from?

Katowice to Linz train services, operated by PKP Intercity, depart from Katowice station.

Train or bus from Katowice to Linz?

The best way to get from Katowice to Linz is to train via Vienna which takes 7h 6m and costs €26 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €60 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Katowice to Linz bus arrive?

Katowice to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

Where does the Katowice to Linz train arrive?

Katowice to Linz train services, operated by PKP Intercity, arrive at Bohumin station.

Can I drive from Katowice to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Katowice to Linz is 501 km. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Katowice to Linz.

How do I get a train ticket from Katowice to Linz?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Katowice to Linz?

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Katowice to Linz - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Katowice to Linz by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Vienna
best
1. Take the train from Katowice to Bohumintrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Bohumin to Wien Hbftrain Ic
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Linz Hbftrain Rjx / ...
7h 6m
€26–147
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Katowice to Linz Hbftrain Ic
8h 35m
€18–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Katowice, Bus Station Sadowa to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus N918 / ...
2. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Linz Wissensturmbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3631 / ...
8h 25m
€28–58
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Katowice to Bohumintrain Ic / ...
2. Take the night train from Bohumin to Linz Hbfnighttrain En
8h 6m
€32–92
Drive 500.8 km
1. Drive from Katowice to Linzcar 500.8 km
5h 35m
€81–117
Fly Katowice International Airport to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Katowice International Airport (KTW) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)plane KTW - SZG
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Linz Hbftrain
8h 4m
€151–410
Train to John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice, fly to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Katowice to Krakow Glownytrain
2. Fly from John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane KRK - VIE
3. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Linz Hbftrain
7h 10m
€119–318

Katowice to Linz by train

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7h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 543.7 km
Duration: 7h 6m

What companies run services between Katowice, Poland and Linz, Austria?

You can take a train from Katowice to Linz Hbf via Bohumin and Wien Hbf in around 7h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Katowice, Bus Station Sadowa to Linz Wissensturm via Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) in around 8h 25m.

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