PKP Katowice – Warsaw Central. Train timetable
PKP connections on the Katowice – Warsaw Central route are served by, among others, IC. The first train departs at 05:03 from the Katowice railway station at Dworcowa, 40-001 Katowice. The last train to Warsaw Central departs at 20:08. Other trains also run on the Katowice – Warsaw Central route: EN, EC, EIP Pendolino, EIC, TLK - they offer a lower ticket price and usually longer travel time. The train terminates at the Warsaw Central station on Aleje Jerozolimskie 54, Warszawa street.
Katowice Warsaw Central
Katowice Warsaw Central
How much does a journey from Katowice to Warsaw cost? The price depends on the purchase date and the chosen train category, and you'll find the exact range below. The route connects the capital of Upper Silesia with the capital of the country and is among the most frequently chosen domestic destinations. Below we describe the journey time, ticket prices and the route plan along with possible changes.
Train timetable Katowice – Warsaw Centralna
The fastest connection on the Katowice - Warsaw Centralna route takes just over two hours. This direction accounts for 26.8 per cent of ticket sales from Katowice station, making it one of the most frequently chosen destinations from that station. The full timetable includes services ranging from just over two hours to over six hours, depending on the train category and number of stops.
Not all services run without a change of train – a significant number of trains travel without a change, while the rest involve changing trains during the journey. Your ticket for the chosen service arrives in electronic form on your phone – on the PolishTrains website you receive it via SMS and the app immediately after paying for your order.
PKP ticket prices Katowice – Warsaw Centralna: how to buy cheaper?
For a standard ticket on the Katowice - Warsaw Centralna route, passengers most often pay approximately PLN 65 to approximately PLN 95. The amount depends mainly on how far in advance you make your purchase – buying earlier usually means you'll pay less.
Statutory discounts, including student discount, apply regardless of the chosen train category. A ticket with a statutory discount costs less than a ticket without discounts, and you can select the appropriate option when purchasing on PolishTrains.
Among passengers departing from Katowice station, 36 per cent buy their ticket 1-3 days before departure. In August, ticket sales from Katowice station reach their highest level of the year. Intercity operates most services from Katowice station, Pendolino arrives faster but costs more – you can compare both options on PolishTrains before choosing your time.
Route and stops on PKP connections Katowice – Warsaw Centralna
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For [Warsaw Central](##BRAK## this direction represents an important connection with Upper Silesia and the south of the country. After purchasing a ticket on PolishTrains you see your assigned seat, which confirms that your reservation for the selected service has been taken.
Frequently asked questions
How to buy a cheap ticket Katowice – Warsaw Central?
Buy a ticket to Warsaw Central in advance. Even if you're not sure about the departure date and time, you can always refund or rebook for a different date. Check if you're eligible for PKP discounts, the most popular of which are for children, teenagers, students, and seniors.
Buy your Katowice - Warsaw Central ticket online with PolishTrains. Conveniently and securely. You'll receive your purchased ticket via email and phone as a PDF e-ticket.