The average train between Essen and Katowice takes 14h 47m and the fastest train takes 10h 59m. The train service runs several times per day 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 4 times a day between Essen and Katowice. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:21 PM which arrives into Katowice at 5:10 PM. All services require a transfer at S Spandau Bhf and take an average of 14h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Katowice? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Essen to Katowice. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Katowice station via S Spandau Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 47m.
Essen to Katowice train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Katowice train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Katowice station.
Book your Essen to Katowice train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Essen and Katowice is 852.8 km. The road distance is 1,038 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Katowice via S Spandau Bhf, S+U Gesundbrunnen Bhf, and Rzepin in around 12h 49m.