The average train between Katowice and Dortmund takes 13h and the fastest train takes 11h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Katowice to Dortmund. 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 twice daily between Katowice and Dortmund. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Katowice is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Dortmund at 2:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Rzepin and take an average of 13h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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12h 18m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Katowice to Dortmund? 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 Katowice to Dortmund. However, there are services departing from Katowice station and arriving at Dortmund station via Rzepin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h.
Katowice to Dortmund train services, operated by PKP Intercity, depart from Katowice station.
Katowice to Dortmund train services, operated by PKP Intercity, arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.
Book your Katowice to Dortmund train tickets online with PKP Intercity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Katowice and Dortmund is 822.1 km. The road distance is 1,007 km.
You can take a train from Katowice to Dortmund Hbf via Rzepin, Berlin Gesundbrunnen, S+U Gesundbrunnen Bhf, and S Spandau Bhf in around 11h 25m.