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 170 zł - 300 zł and takes 8h 40m.

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 34m and costs 350 zł - 550 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 40m.

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 500.5 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 - 950 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 PKP 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 - 950 zł. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 170 zł - 300 zł and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Linz to Katowice bus arrive?

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

Where does the Linz to Katowice train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Linz to Katowice?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Katowice is 501 km. It takes approximately 5h 34m 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?

There are 1563+ hotels available in Katowice.

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 260–950
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus 1291 / ...
2. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Katowice, Bus Station Sadowabus N918 / ...
8h 40m
zł 176–292
Drive 500.5 km
1. Drive from Linz to Katowicecar 500.5 km
5h 34m
zł 354–511
Train, 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 59m
zł 310–1,022
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 Re / ...
8h 9m
zł 257–1,042
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
2. Take the bus from Flughafen Wien to Katowice Sądowabus : Krakow Main Train Station - Vienna Airport
8h 56m
zł 248–637
Train, fly to John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice
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 7m
zł 247–900

Linz to Katowice by train

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7h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 543.8 km
Duration: 7h 28m

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

PKP Intercity operates a train from Linz Hbf to Katowice once daily. Tickets cost zł 360–950 and the journey takes 7h 28m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Linz Industriezeile to Katowice, Bus Station Sadowa via Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) in around 8h 40m.

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