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 - €8 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 19m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Cottbus?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam to Cottbus station. However, there are services departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Cottbus bus station via Berlin Airport BER. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Cottbus?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Potsdam Hbf and arriving at Cottbus Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Cottbus?

The distance between Potsdam and Cottbus is 155 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 via Königs Wusterhausen which takes 2h 18m and costs €28 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Potsdam to Cottbus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Cottbus bus from?

Potsdam to Cottbus bus services, operated by Günter Anger Güterverkehrs GmbH & Co. Omnibusvermietung KG, depart from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Cottbus train from?

Potsdam to Cottbus train services, operated by ODEG, depart from Potsdam Hbf station.

Train or bus from Potsdam to Cottbus?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Cottbus is to train via Königs Wusterhausen which takes 2h 18m and costs €28 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Potsdam to Cottbus bus arrive?

Potsdam to Cottbus bus services, operated by Günter Anger Güterverkehrs GmbH & Co. Omnibusvermietung KG, arrive at Flughafen BER station.

Where does the Potsdam to Cottbus train arrive?

Potsdam to Cottbus train services, operated by ODEG, arrive at Cottbus Hbf station.

Can I drive from Potsdam to Cottbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Cottbus is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m 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 542+ 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, car, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Potsdam to Cottbus by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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

Train via Königs Wusterhausen
best
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to S Königs Wusterhausen BhfRb22
2. Take the train from S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf to Cottbus, HauptbahnhofRe2 / ...
2h 18m
€29–64
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Potsdam to Cottbus135.6 km
1h 40m
€5–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERBer2
2. Take the bus from Berlin Airport BER to Cottbus bus stationN1360a
3h 23m
Drive 135.4 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Cottbus135.4 km
1h 19m
€20–28
Train
1. Take the train from Potsdam Hbf to Cottbus HbfRe
2h 34m
€21–50

Potsdam to Cottbus by train

157Weekly Trains

2h 18mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 155.4 km
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof via S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Cottbus bus station via Flughafen BER and Berlin Airport BER in around 3h 23m.

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