PKP Warsaw Central – Katowice. Train timetable
PKP connections on the Warsaw Central – Katowice route are served by, among others, IC. The first direct train departs at 05:28 from the Warsaw Central railway station at Aleje Jerozolimskie 54, Warszawa. The last train to Katowice departs at 23:32. The fastest journey is offered by the non-stop train . The journey takes 02:28. Other trains also run on the Warsaw Central – Katowice route: EIP Pendolino, EIC, TLK - they offer a lower ticket price and usually longer travel time. The train terminates at the Katowice station at Dworcowa, 40-001 Katowice street.
Warsaw Central Katowice
Warsaw Central Katowice
Information about the Warszawa Centralna - Katowice connection
When planning a journey from Warszawa Centralna to Katowice, bear in mind that it takes over two hours. If you book your journey on PolishTrains, you can choose the train category suitable for this route, from IC to EIP Pendolino.
For journeys departing from Warszawa Centralna, 34 per cent of tickets are bought 1–3 days before travel. PolishTrains allows you to match the selected option to the train category and return the ticket remotely if your plans change. This purchasing pattern shows that some travellers book their journey shortly before departure.
When choosing between the faster EIP Pendolino and the cheaper IC, a standard ticket most often costs from around PLN 65 to around PLN 150, while the purchase date moves the price up or down. Buying earlier increases the chance of getting a better price. When comparing both options for Warszawa Centralna and Katowice stations and the travel date, PolishTrains makes it easier to choose the right connection.
Frequently asked questions
How to buy a cheap ticket Warsaw Central – Katowice?
Buy a ticket to Katowice 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 Warsaw Central - Katowice ticket online with PolishTrains. Conveniently and securely. You'll receive your purchased ticket via email and phone as a PDF e-ticket.