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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Katowice is to train which costs 75 zł - 130 zł and takes 7h 28m.

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 54m and costs 330 zł - 480 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 Wissensturm and arriving at Katowice, Bus Station Sadowa via Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

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 three times a week, and operate Monday, Saturday and Sunday. 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 490.5 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 via Vienna which takes 7h 22m and costs 95 zł - 380 zł.

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

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Linz to Katowice, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz to Katowice bus from?

Linz to Katowice bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Linz Wissensturm station.

Where do I catch the Linz to Katowice train from?

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

Train or bus from Linz to Katowice?

The best way to get from Linz to Katowice is to train via Vienna which takes 7h 22m and costs 95 zł - 380 zł. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 140 zł - 340 zł and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Linz to Katowice bus arrive?

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

Where does the Linz to Katowice train arrive?

Linz to Katowice train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Linz to Katowice?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Katowice is 491 km. It takes approximately 5h 54m 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?

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Where can I stay near Katowice?

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Linz to Katowice - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Linz to Katowice by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Vienna
best
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Wien HbfRj / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to KatowiceEc
7h 22m
zł 97–374
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to KatowiceIc
7h 28m
zł 75–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Linz Wissensturm to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3632 / ...
2. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Katowice, Bus Station SadowaN918 / ...
8h 25m
zł 143–338
Drive 490.5 km
1. Drive from Linz to Katowice490.5 km
5h 54m
zł 331–478
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Katowice International Airport
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wien
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Katowice International Airport (KTW)VIE - KTW
7h 54m
zł 339–1,016
Train via Vienna #2
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Wien HbfNightjet
2. Take the train from Wien Hauptbahnhof to KatowiceIc
8h 23m
zł 385–696
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice, bus
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wien
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK)VIE - KRK
3. Take the bus from Krakow, Krakow-Balice Airport to Katowice, Bus Station Sadowa
6h 40m
zł 298–975
Train to Salzburg Airport, fly to Katowice International Airport
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
2. Fly from Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Katowice International Airport (KTW)SZG - KTW
8h 28m
zł 648–1,408

Linz to Katowice by train

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7h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 543.9 km
Duration: 7h 22m

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

You can take a train from Linz Hbf to Katowice via Wien Hbf in around 7h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Linz Wissensturm to Katowice, Bus Station Sadowa via Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) in around 8h 25m.

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