What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin to Cottbus?

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Cottbus is to rideshare which costs €6 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berlin to Cottbus?

The fastest way to get from Berlin to Cottbus is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs €17 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Cottbus?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Cottbus bus station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Berlin and Cottbus?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Berlin to Cottbus?

The distance between Berlin and Cottbus is 119 km. The road distance is 122.3 km.

How do I travel from Berlin to Cottbus without a car?

The best way to get from Berlin to Cottbus without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs €19 - €28.

How long does it take to get from Berlin to Cottbus?

The train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof takes 1h 22m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Cottbus bus from?

Berlin to Cottbus bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Cottbus train from?

Berlin to Cottbus train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf station.

Train or bus from Berlin to Cottbus?

The best way to get from Berlin to Cottbus is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs €19 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €21 and takes 2h.

Where does the Berlin to Cottbus bus arrive?

Berlin to Cottbus bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cottbus bus station.

Where does the Berlin to Cottbus train arrive?

Berlin to Cottbus train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Berlin to Cottbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Cottbus is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Berlin to Cottbus.

How do I get a train ticket from Berlin to Cottbus?

Book your Berlin to Cottbus train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Berlin to Cottbus?

Book your Berlin to Cottbus bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cottbus?

There are 526+ hotels available in Cottbus.

Can I share a ride from Berlin to Cottbus?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Berlin and Cottbus. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Berlin to Cottbus - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Berlin to Cottbus by train, bus, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to Cottbus, HauptbahnhofRe2 / ...
1h 22m
€19–28
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Cottbus122.4 km
1h 52m
€6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Cottbus bus stationN1360a / ...
2h
€11–21
Drive 122.3 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Cottbus122.3 km
1h 19m
€18–25

Berlin to Cottbus by train

157Weekly Trains

1h 22mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118.9 km
Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Berlin, Germany and Cottbus, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €19–28 and the journey takes 1h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Cottbus bus station once daily. Tickets cost €11–21 and the journey takes 2h.

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