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

The cheapest way to get from Cottbus to Cologne is to train which costs €60 - €95 and takes 10h 29m.

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 16m and costs €80 - €290.

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 7h 35m.

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 7h 35m and costs €70 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Cottbus to Cologne, including transfers.

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 7h 35m and costs €70 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 14h 43m.

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 27m to drive from Cottbus to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Cottbus to Cologne - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Cottbus to Cologne by train, plane, bus, 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 to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)BER - CGN
4h 16m
€82–284
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to Finsterwalde, BahnhofRe10 / ...
2. Take the train from Elsterwerda to Cologne Central StationFlx30
10h 29m
€61–95
Train
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to S Spandau BhfRe2
2. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Köln Hbf10 / ...
7h 35m
€72–188
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cottbus Central Bus Station to Köln Airport
14h 43m
Drive 661 km
1. Drive from Cottbus to Cologne661 km
5h 27m
€95–137
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)DRS - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
5h 21m
€107–400
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)BER - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
4h 53m
€100–325
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Frankfurt (FRA)DRS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
5h 33m
€180–407
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)BER - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
5h 15m
€123–362
Train to Leipzig-Halle Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf
2. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)LEJ - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
5h 32m
€135–303
Train via Leipzig
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig HbfRe10
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Köln Hbf51
9h 37m
€68–182

Cottbus to Cologne by train

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7h 35mAverage Duration

€72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 591.4 km
Duration: 4h 16m

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 7h 35m. Alternatively, Grandes Tour operates a bus from Cottbus Central Bus Station to Köln Airport 3 times a week, and the journey takes 14h 15m.

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