Transport in the region
Public transport in the region is organized by the ZTM Metropolia Public Transport Authority.
Connections and fares can be found at https://rj.transportgzm.pl/v2/news/?lang=en
For train connections from other major Polish cities and between the locations of the Summer School please check https://portalpasazera.pl/en
In general, long-distance domestic and international trains are operated by Intercity SA while local trains are mainly operated by Koleje Śląskie and Polregio, please check their respective websites for more information about fares and connections.
Long-distance domestic and international bus connections are provided by Flixbus, Ecolines, LuxExpress and other operators. Most long distance buses call at Sądowa Bus Station in the city centre of Katowice. You can check available connections at https://en.e-podroznik.pl/
Katowice and its neighbouring cities are served by two international airports: Katowice Airport (40 km) and Kraków Airport (65 km).
Katowice Airport is served mainly by low cost carriers and you can use regular direct bus routes AP, M11 and M19 to get to Katowice and Sosnowiec.
Krakow Airport offers a wider range of international flights and there is a direct Flixbus connection between the airport and Katowice. You can also reach Katowice by train from the airport changing at Cracow Main Station.
To move around the area of the participating cities, you can also use micromobility solutions such as ZTM Metrobike and e-scooters.
Accomodation in the region
We recommend you to rent a room in the BaseCamp Katowice
BaseCamp Katowice offers private rooms that feature designer furniture, private bathrooms, and fully equipped kitchenettes The Basecamp is located in the city center and has excellent public transport connections with all University campuses (Katowice, Chorzow, and Sosnowiec), where the classes will occur. If you are interested, don’t hesitate to get in touch with BaseCamp directly (please use VINCI password when registering). The Katowice area is one of the most populated regions in Poland you can find a variety of accommodation here. One can use standard booking websites such as booking.com, erasmusu.com, etc., to find housing.
