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

The cheapest way to get from Cottbus to Cologne is to bus via Leverkusen which costs €65 - €120 and takes 12h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cottbus to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 4h 2m and costs €90 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Cottbus and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cottbus and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Cottbus and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Cottbus to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf via S Spandau Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Cottbus to Cologne?

The distance between Cottbus and Cologne is 591 km. The road distance is 661 km.

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

The best way to get from Cottbus to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs €120 - €430.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Cottbus to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cottbus to Cologne bus from?

Cottbus to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Cottbus station.

Where do I catch the Cottbus to Cologne train from?

Cottbus to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Cottbus to Cologne?

The best way to get from Cottbus to Cologne is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs €120 - €430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Cottbus to Cologne bus arrive?

Cottbus to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where does the Cottbus to Cologne train arrive?

Cottbus to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at S Spandau Bhf station.

Can I drive from Cottbus to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Cottbus to Cologne is 661 km. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Cottbus to Cologne.

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

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There are 11 ways to get from Cottbus to Cologne by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to S Königs Wusterhausen Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BER - CGN
4h 2m
€92–252
Bus via Leverkusen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cottbus bus station to Leverkusenbus N1360a
12h 58m
€65–120
Train
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to S Spandau Bhftrain Re2
2. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
6h 52m
€122–429
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cottbus to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
7h 1m
Drive 661 km
1. Drive from Cottbus to Colognecar 661 km
5h 30m
€95–137
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to S Königs Wusterhausen Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BER - DUS
4h 33m
€115–293
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane DRS - DUS
5h 18m
€159–429
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to S Königs Wusterhausen Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BER - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 52m
€130–321
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DRS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 27m
€194–447
Train to Leipzig-Halle Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain
2. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane LEJ - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 37m
€162–364
Train via Leipzig
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain Re10
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 51 / ...
8h 30m
€139–473

Cottbus to Cologne by train

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Distance: 591.4 km
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf via S Spandau Bhf in around 6h 52m. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Cottbus to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis once daily, and the journey takes 7h 1m.

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