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

The cheapest way to get from Riesa to Cottbus is to drive which costs €14 - €22 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riesa to Cottbus is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs €14 - €22.

Is there a direct train between Riesa and Cottbus?

No, there is no direct train from Riesa to Cottbus. However, there are services departing from Riesa Busbf/Bahnhof and arriving at Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof via Ruhland, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Riesa to Cottbus?

The distance between Riesa and Cottbus is 98 km. The road distance is 104.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Riesa to Cottbus without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs €35 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Riesa to Cottbus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riesa to Cottbus train from?

Riesa to Cottbus train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Riesa Busbf/Bahnhof station.

Where does the Riesa to Cottbus train arrive?

Riesa to Cottbus train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Ruhland, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Riesa to Cottbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Riesa to Cottbus is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Riesa to Cottbus.

Where can I stay near Cottbus?

There are 529+ hotels available in Cottbus.

Riesa to Cottbus - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and line 579 bus

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

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 Riesa Busbf/Bahnhof to Ruhland, Bahnhoftrain 97
2. Take the train from Ruhland, Bahnhof to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb49 / ...
1h 57m
€35–43
Drive 104.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Riesa to Cottbuscar 104.3 km
1h 26m
€15–22
Train via Doberlug-Kirchhain
1. Take the train from Riesa Busbf/Bahnhof to Elsterwerda, Bahnhoftrain Rb45
2. Take the train from Doberlug-Kirchhain, Bahnhof to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re10 / ...
2h 28m
€19–43
Train #2
1. Take the train from Priestewitz Bahnhof to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re18
2h 35m
€23–32
Train, line 579 bus
1. Take the train from Riesa Busbf/Bahnhof to Elsterwerda, Bahnhoftrain
2. Take the bus from Elsterwerda, Bahnhof to Finsterwalde, Bahnhofbus 579
3. Take the train from Finsterwalde, Bahnhof to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
3h 14m

Riesa to Cottbus by train

12Weekly Trains

1h 57mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.3 km
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from Riesa Busbf/Bahnhof to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof via Ruhland, Bahnhof in around 1h 57m.

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