What is the cheapest way to get from Žilina to Katowice?

The cheapest way to get from Žilina to Katowice is to train which costs 35 zł - 60 zł and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Žilina to Katowice?

The fastest way to get from Žilina to Katowice is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs 90 zł - 140 zł.

Is there a direct bus between Žilina and Katowice?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Žilina and arriving at Katowice, Bus Station Sadowa station. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Žilina and Katowice?

No, there is no direct train from Žilina to Katowice. However, there are services departing from Zilina and arriving at Katowice via Bohumin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Žilina to Katowice?

The distance between Žilina and Katowice is 160 km. The road distance is 143.4 km.

How do I travel from Žilina to Katowice without a car?

The best way to get from Žilina to Katowice without a car is to bus which takes 2h 45m and costs 60 zł - 100 zł.

How long does it take to get from Žilina to Katowice?

The bus from Žilina to Katowice, Bus Station Sadowa takes 2h 45m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Žilina to Katowice bus from?

Žilina to Katowice bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Žilina station.

Where do I catch the Žilina to Katowice train from?

Žilina to Katowice train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), depart from Zilina station.

Train or bus from Žilina to Katowice?

The best way to get from Žilina to Katowice is to bus which takes 2h 45m and costs 60 zł - 100 zł. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 35 zł - 60 zł and takes 4h.

Where does the Žilina to Katowice bus arrive?

Žilina to Katowice bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Katowice, Bus Station Sadowa.

Where does the Žilina to Katowice train arrive?

Žilina to Katowice train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Bohumin station.

Can I drive from Žilina to Katowice?

Yes, the driving distance between Žilina to Katowice is 143 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Žilina to Katowice.

How do I get a train ticket from Žilina to Katowice?

Book your Žilina to Katowice train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Žilina to Katowice?

Book your Žilina to Katowice bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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There are 3 ways to get from Žilina to Katowice by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Žilina to Katowice, Bus Station Sadowabus N1311 / ...
2h 45m
zł 60–100
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Zilina to Bohumintrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Bohumin to Katowicetrain Ec
4h
zł 38–60
Drive 143.4 km
1. Drive from Žilina to Katowicecar 143.4 km
2h 15m
zł 93–135

Žilina to Katowice by bus

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Distance: 159.7 km
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Žilina, Slovakia and Katowice, Poland?

FlixBus operates a bus from Žilina to Katowice, Bus Station Sadowa 6 times a week. Tickets cost zł 60–100 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zilina to Katowice via Bohumin in around 4h.

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