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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Cottbus is to bus and train which costs €75 - €150 and takes 29h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Cottbus is to fly and train which takes 6h 32m and costs €120 - €340.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Cottbus?

No, there is no direct bus from Bucharest station to Cottbus. However, there are services departing from Bucharest Filaret Bus Station and arriving at Cottbus via Masurenallee - Berlin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Cottbus?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest to Cottbus. However, there are services departing from Bucuresti Nord and arriving at Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof via Keleti pályaudvar M, Budapest-Nyugati and Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 51m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Cottbus?

The distance between Bucharest and Cottbus is 1391 km. The road distance is 1547.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Cottbus without a car is to bus and train via Prague which takes 21h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Bucharest to Cottbus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Cottbus bus from?

Bucharest to Cottbus bus services, operated by Comati PSG, depart from Bucharest Filaret Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Cottbus train from?

Bucharest to Cottbus train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Bucuresti Nord station.

Train or bus from Bucharest to Cottbus?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Cottbus is to train which takes 29h 51m and costs €180 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 28h 39m.

Where does the Bucharest to Cottbus bus arrive?

Bucharest to Cottbus bus services, operated by Comati PSG, arrive at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

What is the time difference between Bucharest and Cottbus?

Cottbus is 1h behind Bucharest. It is currently 12:22 AM in Bucharest and 11:22 PM in Cottbus.

Where does the Bucharest to Cottbus train arrive?

Bucharest to Cottbus train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Budapest-Keleti station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Cottbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Cottbus is 1548 km. It takes approximately 16h 17m to drive from Bucharest to Cottbus.

Where can I stay near Cottbus?

There are 526+ hotels available in Cottbus.

Bucharest to Cottbus - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 9 ways to get from Bucharest to Cottbus by plane, train, bus, night train, 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.

Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane OTP - BER
2. Take the train from S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
6h 32m
€125–331
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Dresden central stationbus 1926
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re18
29h 58m
€77–147
Bus, train via Prague
1. Take the bus from Bucharest to Praha, ÚAN Florencbus
2. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Dresden-Neustadttrain Rj
3. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
21h 35m
Train
1. Take the train from Bucuresti Nord to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
2. Take the train from Budapest-Nyugati to Dresden-Neustadttrain Rj
3. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
29h 51m
€185–258
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Bucuresti Nord to Wien Hbfnighttrain
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Dresden-Neustadttrain Rj
3. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
28h 22m
€184–238
Fly Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane BBU - BER
2. Take the train from S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
14h 16m
€133–317
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane OTP - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
10h 8m
€208–492
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bucharest Filaret Bus Station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus Comati PSG
2. Take the bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Cottbusbus Mykolayiv
28h 39m
Drive 1,547.9 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Cottbuscar 1,547.9 km
16h 17m
€219–316

Bucharest to Cottbus by train and foot

7Weekly Services

29h 51mAverage Duration

€185Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,390.8 km
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Cottbus, Germany?

You can take a train from Bucuresti Nord to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof via Budapest-Keleti, Keleti pályaudvar M, Ferdinánd híd, Budapest-Nyugati, and Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt in around 29h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bucharest Filaret Bus Station to Cottbus via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and Masurenallee - Berlin in around 28h 39m.

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