Transfer Options from Katowice Airport to City Centre

The beautiful city of Katowice is the proud capital of the Silesian Voivodeship in southern Poland. There are countless museums and green spaces in Katowice, providing endless activities to fill your time with. Be sure to pay a visit to the Silesian Museum, take a stroll through Kościuszko Park, and marvel at the Cathedral of Christ The King.

There are two different transfer options when it comes to travelling from Katowice Airport to the city centre; taxi or bus. Taking a Katowice Airport taxi will cost around €45 (PLN 210) and will take just 35 minutes to reach the centre. Taking the public bus from Katowice Airport to Katowice will take closer to 1 hour and 40 minutes but will cost just €1.50 (PLN 7) one-way.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€45	35min	24/7
Bus	€3	100min	05:17–22:12

How to get from Katowice Airport to Katowice Centre by Taxi

The most convenient and only direct way to get from Katowice Airport to the city centre is by taking a taxi. The door-to-door journey in a Katowice Airport taxi is just 35 minutes and the cost will be around €45 (PLN 210), based on a taximeter.

How much is a taxi from Katowice Airport to the City Centre?

Although there are set fares for some of the journeys from the airport, taking a taxi from Katowice Airport to Katowice Centre doesn’t have a set cost. For this journey, you will be charged using a taximeter based on the time and distance you travel. The average cost for a taxi from Katowice Airport to the city centre is €45 (PLN 210), but if you’d like a fixed-rate fare for your transfer, we suggest pre-booking with Welcome Pickups.

Cost

€45 (PLN 210)

Trip Duration

35 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 outside of Katowice Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Katowice Airport?

Taxis at Katowice Airport are located in front of the arrivals hall in Terminal C. You will see the long line of taxis at the official rank just outside of the airport.

Convenience

If you want to avoid having to wait in the cold for your transport or make changes in a busy city centre, taking a Katowice Airport taxi is your best option. In fact, this convenient door-to-door service will get you to your hotel in just 35 minutes.

Editor’s Note

During peak travel times, there can be a wait of up to 10 minutes for a Katowice Airport taxi. To avoid this wait, you can pre-book your taxi with a trusted company such as Welcome Pickups.

Useful Tips

Ensure your driver resets the taximeter before you start your ride.

During rush hour, your fare may increase due to the extra time taken.

Tipping your Katowice Airport taxi driver isn't expected. However, if you wish, you can round up your fare to the nearest Euro.

How to get a bus from Katowice Airport to Katowice

Unfortunately, there’s no direct bus from Katowice Airport to Katowice. You will need to exit the airport and walk to the Pyrzowice Port Lotniczy bus stop, then take the M11 to the Józefowiec Szpital bus stop. From there, you will need to take the 662 to Katowice city centre. The total journey time on the bus from Katowice Airport to Katowice centre will be 1 hour and 40 minutes and the cost will be €1.50 (PLN 7) one-way.

How much is the bus from Katowice Airport to Katowice City?

The price of a ticket for the public buses in Katowice is priced based on the time travelled. For the journey on the bus from Katowice Airport to Katowice, you will need to purchase a 90-minute ticket which costs €1.50 (PLN 7).

Cost

€1.50 (PLN 7)

Trip Duration

1 Hr 40 Min.

*There's a waiting time of up to 60 minutes for the bus.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The M11 bus runs from 03:20 to 22:19 and the 662 bus from 05:17 to 22:12 .

Where do I find the bus at Katowice Airport?

The M11 bus doesn’t leave from directly outside of Katowice Airport, you will need to walk around 5 minutes to the Pyrzowice Port Lotniczy bus stop to get the bus.

Convenience

Although a very affordable transfer option from Katowice Airport to the city centre, taking the bus isn’t the most convenient. You will need to wait up to an hour for the bus to arrive, and then you will have to make a change in the busy city centre of Katowice, which can be stressful and time-consuming – especially if you’re travelling with family or a large group.

Timetables

M11 Bus

662 Bus

Katowice Bus Trip Planner

Editor’s Note

You will need to walk to both bus stops to complete your journey on the bus from Katowice Airport to Katowice, so try to travel light for your convenience.

Useful Tips

There's no luggage storage on the bus, be sure to travel light.

The final bus stop in Katowice isn't in the very heart of the city, you may need to walk or take alternative transportation from there to your hotel.

You can purchase your bus tickets online in advance to save time whilst at the airport.

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How to get from Katowice Airport to the city centre?

There are two ways to get from Katowice Airport to the city centre; taxi or bus. Taking a Katowice Airport taxi will take just 35 minutes to reach the city and will cost around €45 (PLN 210). The public buses aren’t direct, so will take closer to 1 hour and 40 minutes to reach the city centre, but will cost just €1.50 (PLN 7) one-way.

How far is Katowice Airport from the city centre?

The distance from Katowice Airport to Katowice centre is 30 km. Taking a Katowice Airport taxi will take 35 minutes to get there, while the public buses will take closer to 1 hour and 40 minutes to reach Katowice.

What’s the cost of a taxi from Katowice Airport to the city centre?

The cost of a local taxi from Katowice Airport to the city centre will be around €45 (PLN 210), based on a taximeter. If you’re looking for a transfer with a fixed fare, you can pre-book your taxi ride with Welcome Pickups instead.

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How to get from Katowice Airport to Katowice Centre by Taxi

How much is a taxi from Katowice Airport to the City Centre?

Cost

€45 (PLN 210)

Trip Duration

35 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 outside of Katowice Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Katowice Airport?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get a bus from Katowice Airport to Katowice

How much is the bus from Katowice Airport to Katowice City?

Cost

€1.50 (PLN 7)

Trip Duration

1 Hr 40 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The M11 bus runs from 03:20 to 22:19 and the 662 bus from 05:17 to 22:12 .

Where do I find the bus at Katowice Airport?

Convenience

Timetables

M11 Bus

662 Bus

Katowice Bus Trip Planner

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Frequently asked questions

How to get from Katowice Airport to the city centre?

How far is Katowice Airport from the city centre?

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