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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Cottbus is to bus and train which costs €23 - €40 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Cottbus is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Cottbus?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Cottbus. However, there are services departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof via Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Prague to Cottbus?

The distance between Prague and Cottbus is 262 km. The road distance is 248.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Cottbus without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 26m and costs €23 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Prague to Cottbus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Cottbus train from?

Prague to Cottbus train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Where does the Prague to Cottbus train arrive?

Prague to Cottbus train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Dresden-Neustadt station.

Can I drive from Prague to Cottbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Cottbus is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Prague to Cottbus.

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

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Where can I stay near Cottbus?

There are 596+ hotels available in Cottbus.

Prague to Cottbus - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Prague to Cottbus by bus, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Zittau stationbus 239
2. Take the train from Zittau to Cottbus Hbftrain Rb
4h 26m
€23–35
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden-Neustadttrain Rj
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re18
5h 8m
€45–107
Drive 248.6 km
1. Drive from Prague to Cottbuscar 248.6 km
2h 46m
€39–56

Prague to Cottbus by bus and train

7Weekly Services

4h 26mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 261.7 km
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Cottbus, Germany?

You can take a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof via Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt in around 5h 8m.

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