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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Cottbus is to rideshare which costs €5 - €9 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Cottbus is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Cottbus?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam station to Cottbus. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Cottbus via Masurenallee - Berlin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Cottbus?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Cottbus?

The distance between Potsdam and Cottbus is 149 km. The road distance is 135.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Cottbus without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs €36 - €40.

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

The train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof takes 1h 59m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Cottbus bus from?

Potsdam to Cottbus bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Potsdam central train station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Cottbus train from?

Potsdam to Cottbus train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Potsdam to Cottbus?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Cottbus is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs €36 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Potsdam to Cottbus bus arrive?

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

Where does the Potsdam to Cottbus train arrive?

Potsdam to Cottbus train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Potsdam to Cottbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Cottbus is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Potsdam to Cottbus.

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

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Where can I stay near Cottbus?

There are 529+ hotels available in Cottbus.

Can I share a ride from Potsdam to Cottbus?

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

Potsdam to Cottbus - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Potsdam 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 Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain 56
1h 59m
€36–40
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Potsdam to Cottbusrideshare 135.6 km
1h 40m
€5–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Potsdam central train station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus N1325
2. Take the bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Cottbusbus Mykolayiv
2h 29m
Train via Königs Wusterhausen
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to S Königs Wusterhausen Bhftrain Rb22
2. Take the train from S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re2 / ...
2h 20m
€29–64
Drive 135.4 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Cottbuscar 135.4 km
1h 20m
€20–28

Potsdam to Cottbus by train

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1h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 149.5 km
Duration: 1h 59m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof once daily. Tickets cost €36–40 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Potsdam central train station to Cottbus via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and Masurenallee - Berlin in around 2h 29m.

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