The average train between Stuttgart and Cottbus takes 8h 15m and the fastest train takes 6h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Stuttgart 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 4 hours between Stuttgart and Cottbus. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stuttgart is at 8:49 PM which arrives into Cottbus at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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6h 40m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Cottbus. However, there are services departing from Hauptbahnhof station and arriving at Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof station via Leipzig Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.
Stuttgart to Cottbus train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hauptbahnhof station.
Stuttgart to Cottbus train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof station.
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The distance between Stuttgart and Cottbus is 493.3 km. The road distance is 600 km.
You can take a train from Hauptbahnhof to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof via Leipzig Hbf in around 7h 3m.