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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Katowice is to bus which costs 150 zł - 280 zł and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linz to Katowice is to drive which takes 5h 35m and costs 340 zł - 500 zł.

Is there a direct bus between Linz and Katowice?

No, there is no direct bus from Linz to Katowice station. However, there are services departing from Linz Industriezeile and arriving at Katowice, Bus Station Sadowa via Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Katowice?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Linz Hbf and arriving at Katowice. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Linz to Katowice?

The distance between Linz and Katowice is 544 km. The road distance is 500.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Linz to Katowice without a car is to train which takes 7h 28m and costs 260 zł - 800 zł.

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

The train from Linz Hbf to Katowice takes 7h 28m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Linz to Katowice bus from?

Linz to Katowice bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Linz Industriezeile station.

Where do I catch the Linz to Katowice train from?

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

Train or bus from Linz to Katowice?

The best way to get from Linz to Katowice is to train which takes 7h 28m and costs 260 zł - 800 zł. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 150 zł - 280 zł and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Linz to Katowice bus arrive?

Linz to Katowice bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna Erdberg station.

Where does the Linz to Katowice train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Linz to Katowice?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Katowice is 500 km. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Linz to Katowice.

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

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

Book your Linz to Katowice bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Katowice?

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

There are 7 ways to get from Linz to Katowice by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Katowicetrain Ic
7h 28m
zł 260–800
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile to Vienna Erdbergbus FlixBus 882 / ...
2. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Katowice, Bus Station Sadowabus N918 / ...
8h 30m
zł 150–274
Drive 500.3 km
1. Drive from Linz to Katowicecar 500.3 km
5h 35m
zł 348–502
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Katowice International Airport
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wientrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Katowice International Airport (KTW)plane VIE - KTW
7h 39m
zł 345–1,123
Train via Vienna
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Wien Hbftrain Rjx / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bohumintrain Ec
3. Take the train from Bohumin to Katowicetrain Ec
7h 48m
zł 238–764
Train to Salzburg Airport, fly to Katowice International Airport
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Salzburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Katowice International Airport (KTW)plane SZG - KTW
8h 16m
zł 506–1,431
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice, train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wientrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK)plane VIE - KRK
3. Take the train from Krakow Glowny to Katowicetrain
7h 13m
zł 324–950

Linz to Katowice by train

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7h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 543.6 km
Duration: 7h 28m

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

ÖBB Intercity operates a train from Linz Hbf to Katowice once daily. Tickets cost zł 260–600 and the journey takes 7h 28m. PKP Intercity also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Linz Industriezeile to Katowice, Bus Station Sadowa via Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) in around 8h 30m.

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