The average train between Mainz and Cottbus takes 6h 46m and the fastest train takes 6h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz to Cottbus. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Mainz and Cottbus. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mainz is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Cottbus at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 6h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Mainz to Cottbus? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Cottbus. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Cottbus station via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.
Mainz to Cottbus train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Frankfurt station.
Mainz to Cottbus train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Mainz to Cottbus train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and vlexx.
The distance between Mainz and Cottbus is 467.9 km. The road distance is 558 km.
You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt and Leipzig Hbf in around 7h 11m.