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The partial reopening of the railway viaduct on Mikołowska Street in Katowice will introduce numerous changes to public transport in the city center. These changes will affect approximately 50 bus routes and will take effect on January 23rd.

The lines that will be affected by the changes are M10, M12, M13, M22, Z-13, Z210, 0, 1N, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 36, 37, 46, 48, 50, 51, 61, 98, 110, 115, 120, 130, 130N, 154, 177, 193, 296, 297, 297N, 600, 632, 657, 657N, 672, 672N, 674, 688, 689, 880, 900, 905N, 910, 911, 913 and 930. A large part of the buses of these lines pass on the street Mikołowska Street, and in most of these cases, new routes will be introduced. These will apply in one direction only, i.e., for services running down Mikołowska Street toward the city center. Instead of turning right before the viaduct, buses will pass under it and head either to the train station or Wolności Square.

A special announcement is now available: Katowice – Partial restoration of passage under the railway viaduct over Mikołowska Street - ZTM Announcements

Along with the route changes for many lines, other timetable changes will also be introduced, affecting approximately 30 bus routes. For passengers, this primarily means adjustments to bus departure times from individual stops.

Despite the difficulties associated with the reconstruction of the Katowice railway junction, the Upper Silesian-Zagłębie Metropolis will allocate a record PLN 34.4 million in 2026 to maintain and develop rail connections within its area. This will allow it to finance over 140 connections every weekday, providing residents with convenient transfers and high train frequency.

The Upper Silesian-Zagłębie Metropolis (GZM) consistently prioritizes rail transport as a key element of modern mobility in the region. Next year, the Metropolis budget will allocate up to PLN 34.4 million to fund rail connections – the highest amount since 2019, when GZM began funding rail connections.

"Although the reconstruction of the Katowice railway junction limits the number of connections, we are increasing funding for connections. Our goal is to maintain the best possible service for passengers, ensuring convenient transfers and high train frequency," emphasizes Kazimierz Karolczak, Chairman of the Management Board of the Upper Silesian-Zagłębie Metropolis.

The reconstruction of the Katowice railway junction limits the number of available platform edges, which reduces train access to Katowice station.

"Together with our partners, we are doing everything we can to ensure passengers have the most comfortable travel experience possible, despite infrastructure challenges," Karolczak assures.

The Metropolitan Area budget will fund, among others, the following services:

· Tarnowskie Góry – Chorzów Batory - trains will run almost all day, on average every 30 minutes. Access to and from Katowice will be provided via connected transfers at Chorzów Batory station.

· Tychy Ice rink – Tychy - on weekdays, the Metropolitan Area will fund 30 connections in each direction. Passengers to and from Katowice will transfer at Tychy station and Katowice Ligota. Direct services between Tychy Ice rink and Katowice will be significantly reduced.

Bytom – Gliwice – The Metropolis will once again fully finance this line. On weekdays, 16 connections will be available in each direction.

Gliwice – Katowice – Dąbrowa Górnicza Ząbkowice – continued funding for connections on this route.

Since 2019, GZM has allocated over PLN 108 million to funding rail connections, confirming its long-term strategy for developing public transport in the region.

Rail included with the Metroticket

All 30-day personal tickets offered by Transport GZM include travel on Koleje Śląskie (KŚ) and POLREGIO trains. The most popular ticket – the Area Metroticket 30 – allows travel on buses, trolleybuses, and trams throughout the Transport GZM network, and by rail in up to six cities selected by the passenger. The ticket costs PLN 189 for the standard fare and PLN 94.50 for the concessionary fare.

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A new Passenger Service Point will open on January 7th. The facility will operate in the Zabrze Transfer Center building at 1 Goethe Street.

The new Passenger Service Point will be located on the ground floor of the building, directly next to the passenger waiting area. Its location in the transfer center is intended to facilitate travelers' access to services related to Transport GZM public transport.

Passenger service desks will be available, including those adapted to accommodate those with special needs. At the Passenger Service Point, you will be able to handle all matters related to using Transport GZM public transport, including obtaining information about transport options, purchasing and returning tickets, submitting applications and complaints, collecting Metrocards, and encoding and approving discounts.

The Passenger Service Point will be open weekdays from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and on Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The Passenger Service Point will be closed on Sundays and public holidays.

Additional connections, larger buses, and free travel – these are the amenities that will be available on New Year's Eve on GZM public transport. Those heading to the biggest party in the region will enjoy easier access to and from the event, among others.

"I invite you to join me in welcoming the New Year during New Year's Eve with Dwójka – live in front of the Spodek Arena in Katowice and on televisions across Poland," says Kazimierz Karolczak, Chairman of the GZM Management Board. "It's a time of joy, energy, and gatherings with music that connects generations. That night, the space in front of the Spodek Arena will become a place open to everyone, full of excitement and fun. I also encourage you to take advantage of GZM's Transport offer, which will facilitate safe and convenient travel to the event. It's the best way to arrive on New Year's Eve without stress and start the celebrations in a good atmosphere," adds Kazimierz Karolczak.

The Metropolitan Transport Authority has prepared a special public transport offer for "New Year's Eve with Dwójka," which will take place at the Spodek Arena in Katowice. Additionally, buses and trams will facilitate afternoon, evening, and nighttime travel between Katowice city center and cities such as Bytom, Chorzów, Czeladź, Dąbrowa Górnicza, Gliwice, Łaziska Górne, Mikołów, Mysłowice, Piekary Śląskie, Ruda Śląska, Siemianowice Śląskie, Sosnowiec, Świerklaniec, Świętochłowice, Tarnowskie Góry, Tychy, Zabrze, and the transfer centers in Brynów and Zawodzie in Katowice.

Tram Traffic Changes
New Year's Eve improvements will be introduced on seven tram lines – 7, 9, 11, 15, 20, 23, and 36. Most of these lines will have special timetables, with the public transport organizer including additional runs before and after the Spodek Arena party. Additionally, line 15 will run after 10:00 p.m. The 6:00 PM service will be extended to the Zagórze Rondo Jana Pawła II – Chorzów Batory Depot route.

On December 31, 2025, the section from Katowice's Market Square to the Siemianowice Pl. Skargi and Katowice Stęślickiego stops will be closed to tram traffic from 11:00 AM. Replacement buses will run instead. These buses will be numbered T-13 and will serve the Katowice Sądowa – Siemianowice Śląska section.

Bus improvements
Additional services have also been planned on bus routes. This facility has been incorporated into the timetables of over 20 lines: M1, M2, M3, M4, M10, M12, M28, M101, 5, 12, 37, 115, 632, 674, 1N, 30N, 130N, 297N, 657N, 672N, 840N, and 911N. Additionally, temporary stops will be opened: Katowice Piotra Skargi 31 (approximately 50 meters before the shopping mall), Katowice Strefa Kultury Tymczasowy 31 (on Dudy-Gracza Street, after the intersection with Roździeńskiego Street), and Katowice Szkoła Filmowa UŚ 01 (on Warszawska Street, before the intersection with Damrota Street, at the level of the tram stop). Free Rides
In addition to additional connections and the use of larger vehicles than usual, the Metropolis of Upper Silesia and Zagłębie, with participants in mind for the "New Year's Eve with Dwójką" event, has decided to introduce free rides. This service will be available from 6:00 PM on December 31, 2025, until 6:00 AM on January 1, 2026. A coupon is available on the transportgzm.pl website. Simply download it digitally: Free Ride Coupon

Additional Information
The above-mentioned changes to public transport are not all, so ZTM encourages you to read the specially prepared announcement for New Year's Eve and check timetables online before your trip. Detailed information regarding public transport operations on December 31 is now available on the Transport GZM website. You can find it in the "Plan your trip - Announcements" section.

Metrorower station near Spodek Arena temporarily closed
Furthermore, due to New Year's Eve celebrations, the Metrorower station near Spodek Arena/KTW will be temporarily closed from December 29th to January 2nd. Bikes will not be available for rent or return at station number 27672.