The PKP connection between Katowice and Gliwice is operated by IC Intercity. The first direct train departs at 05:08 from Katowice station on Dworcowa, 40-001 Katowice. The last train to Gliwice leaves at 22:39. The fastest train without transfers is GWAREK. The journey on this train takes 00:20. Other trains operate on the Katowice – Gliwice route: TLK, EIP Pendolino - offer a lower ticket price and usually a longer journey time. The train finishes at Gliwice in Bohaterow Getta Warszawskiego, 44-100 Gliwice.
Travel by train from Katowice to Gliwice is one of the most dynamic stretches in the heart of the Upper Silesian–Zagłębie Metropolis. In a region where cities work closely together and transport plays a key role in residents' daily lives, the train proves to be a fast, reliable and comfortable solution. With frequent connections and efficient route service, you can easily move between the major centres of the agglomeration. And with PolishTrains you can plan everything in just a few moments.
The Katowice – Gliwice route is served by trains of various categories, including IC, TLK and EIP Pendolino, which allows you to tailor your journey to your own expectations in terms of comfort and price. The journey takes an average of 20 to 23 minutes, and most services operate without a change, making this one of the most convenient connections in the entire Upper Silesian–Zagłębie Metropolis.
The first train from Katowice departs at 04:56, and the last service leaves at 23:15, so you can easily plan both your morning commute to work or university and your evening return. During the day there are many connections available, so you will easily find a service that fits your individual schedule. This is an ideal solution for those who value punctuality, speed and comfort of travel in the region.
Travel by train between Katowice and Gliwice is not only convenient but also an economical solution. Ticket prices are affordable and depend on the chosen train category and carriage class – you have both first and second class at your disposal.
Additional discounts are available to, among others, pupils, students, pensioners and holders of the Large Family Card, which makes the journey even more cost-effective – remember to select your eligible discounts when booking your seats. It is worth buying tickets in advance – not only to secure your seat, but also because early booking comes with lower prices.
Through the PolishTrains service you can quickly compare available options, check current carrier promotions and select the best connection – with the option of online payment or deferred payment.
Trains running between Katowice and Gliwice travel along a route that goes through Zabrze. Depending on the type of train, some services stop only at key stations, whilst others offer more intermediate stops, allowing you to tailor your journey to your own needs.
Regardless of the connection you choose, the journey is fast, direct and comfortable. Both Katowice and Gliwice have well-developed interchange infrastructure – it is easy to change here to a tram, bus or commuter rail. Thanks to convenient connections with urban transport, it is also possible to travel quickly to the airport in Pyrzowice or to smaller towns in the region, making train travel even more practical.