The train between Essen and Katowice takes 13h 10m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Essen to Katowice. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run on demand between Essen and Katowice. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 13h 10m.
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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Katowice. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Katowice station via Hamm(Westf)Hbf station, S Spandau Bhf station and Rzepin station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 10m.
Essen to Katowice train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Katowice train services, operated by PKP Intercity, arrive at Katowice station.
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The distance between Essen and Katowice is 852.8 km. The road distance is 974 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Katowice via Hamm, S Spandau Bhf, S+U Gesundbrunnen Bhf, and Rzepin in around 13h 10m.