Bus Lviv – Katowice
from 1,900 ₴when reserved and paid to the driver
8–10 hThe Lviv – Katowice bus covers about 470 km, takes roughly 8–10 h, crossing the border at Yahodyn – Dorohusk, Krakivets – Korczowa. Departures run regularly, several times a day, and tickets can be booked online in advance. Tickets start at 1,900 ₴ when reserved and paid to the driver — the exact fare depends on the carrier, the date and the departure time. A seat can be bought online by card, or reserved and paid to the driver on boarding. No account is needed: you can order as a guest and the confirmation arrives by email.
- Distance
- 470 km
- Travel time
- 8–10 h
- Border crossing
- Yahodyn – Dorohusk, Krakivets – Korczowa
Lviv – Katowice bus schedule
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:20Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 07:10Zupynka Katovitse | 6h 50min | daily | OstLines |
| 04:00Avtostantsiia №8 | 12:00Mizhnarodnyi avtovokzal Katovitse | 8h | daily | ORIONBUS |
| 08:10Tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal (platna parkovka), vulytsia Chernivetska; budynok 21 | 16:40Mizhnarodnyi avtovokzal Katovitse, vulytsia Sandova; budynok 5 | 8h 30min | daily | СХІДНО-ЄВРОПЕЙСЬКА ПОДОРОЖ |
| 13:30Avtovokzal, vul. Stryiska, 109, platformy 1-4 | 21:30Międzynarodowy Dworzec Autobusowy, ul. Sądowa 5, platforma 9 | 8h | daily | Winew |
| 15:00Avtovokzal Dvirtsevyi, pl. Dvirtseva 1, platformy 1-2 | 23:00Międzynarodowy Dworzec Autobusowy, ul. Sądowa 5 | 8h | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Vlines |
| 15:30Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 02:50Mizhnarodnyi avtovokzal Katovitse | 11h 20min | daily | KANTOL BUSTRAVEL LLC |
| 15:55Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 00:05Mizhnarodnyi avtovokzal Katovitse | 8h 10min | daily | ГОЛДЕН ПЛЮС ТРАНС ТОВ |
| 16:30Avtostantsiia №8 | 00:05Mizhnarodnyi avtovokzal Katovitse | 7h 35min | daily | ГОЛДЕН ПЛЮС ТРАНС ТОВ |
| 18:00Avtovokzal, vul. Stryiska, 109 | 04:55Międzynarodowy Dworzec Autobusowy, ul. Sądowa, 5 | 10h 55min | daily | TurTrans |
| 19:00Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 05:10Katowice Bus Station Saнdowa Street, 5 | 10h 10min | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 19:30Avtostantsiia №8, Dvirtseva ploshcha; budynok 1 | 06:20Mizhnarodnyi avtovokzal Katovitse, vulytsia Sandova; budynok 5 | 10h 50min | daily | САНСАН БУС ТОВ |
| 20:30vul. Stryiska 109 (troleibusna zupynka bilia shlahbaumu) | 04:00Międzynarodowy Dworzec Autobusowy, ul. Sądowa 5, platforma 9 | 7h 30min | daily | P-Trans |
| 21:20Paid parking near the train station | 09:30International Bus Station "Katowice" | 12h 10min | daily | LikeBus |
| 21:50Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", vulytsia Stryiska; budynok 109 | 06:10Mizhnarodnyi avtovokzal Katovitse, vulytsia Sandova; budynok 5 | 8h 20min | daily | PAN-BUS |
| 22:30Zh/D vokzal, platna parkovka, vul.Chernivetska 21 | 09:15stanowiska, ul. Sądowa 5 | 10h 45mintransfers: 1 | daily | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
| 23:55Zupynka bilia avtovokzalu | 07:10Mizhnarodnyi avtovokzal Katovitse | 7h 15min | daily | OstLines |
Cheapest departure in the 15-day sample — Oct 8, from 1900 ₴ when reserved and paid to the driver.
Typical schedule from search data as of 2026-09-24. Check the search above for departures and seat availability on a specific date.
About the Lviv – Katowice route
The Lviv to Katowice bus links western Ukraine with the industrial heart of Polish Silesia, making it a go-to route for migrant workers, students at Polish universities and families travelling to reunite or head home. The journey covers roughly 470 km in about 8 to 10 hours, with the exact duration shaped by queues at the Krakovets–Korczowa border crossing. A valid biometric international passport is required to cross the Ukrainian–Polish border. Boarding in Lviv is arranged near the city centre and bus stations, while drop-off in Katowice sits close to major transport hubs with onward connections across Poland and Europe.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Lviv to Katowice trip take, including the border?
The journey usually takes 8 to 10 hours over roughly 470 km. The main variable is the queue at the Ukrainian–Polish border, so the duration can shift depending on how busy the crossing is.
What documents do I need for the trip?
As this is an international route crossing the border, a valid biometric international passport is required. Check its expiry date in advance to avoid issues at the crossing.
Are there overnight buses from Lviv to Katowice?
Yes, some departures leave in the evening or at night, letting you arrive in Katowice in the morning. Check the schedule when selecting your date for exact departure times.
Where is the departure in Lviv and the drop-off in Katowice?
In Lviv, boarding takes place near the city centre and bus stations, while in Katowice you are dropped off close to the city's main transport hubs, making onward travel across Poland convenient.
How much is a Lviv – Katowice ticket and how do I pay?
As of the latest schedule snapshot, tickets start at 1,900 ₴ when reserved and paid to the driver; the exact fare depends on the carrier and the date. A seat can be bought online by card, or reserved and paid to the driver on boarding. No account is needed: you can order as a guest and the confirmation arrives by email.
How many buses run on the Lviv – Katowice route?
The typical schedule has up to 16 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 00:20, the last at 23:55. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Lviv – Katowice route?
Carriers on this route: OstLines, ORIONBUS, СХІДНО-ЄВРОПЕЙСЬКА ПОДОРОЖ, Winew, Vlines, KANTOL BUSTRAVEL LLC, ГОЛДЕН ПЛЮС ТРАНС ТОВ, TurTrans, Pavluks Trans, САНСАН БУС ТОВ, P-Trans, LikeBus, PAN-BUS, ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС». The line-up depends on the travel date.