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

The cheapest way to get from Riga to Cottbus is to bus and train via Wrocław which costs €95 - €140 and takes 22h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riga to Cottbus is to fly and train which takes 6h 12m and costs €80 - €220.

Is there a direct train between Riga and Cottbus?

No, there is no direct train from Riga to Cottbus. However, there are services departing from Riga-Pasazieru and arriving at Cottbus, Sandow Bhf via Kaišiadorys, Kaunas, Warszawa Zachodnia, Rzepin and Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 20m.

How far is it from Riga to Cottbus?

The distance between Riga and Cottbus is 959 km. The road distance is 1104.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Riga to Cottbus without a car is to bus and train which takes 19h 25m and costs €80 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Riga to Cottbus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riga to Cottbus train from?

Riga to Cottbus train services, operated by LTG Link, depart from Riga-Pasazieru station.

What is the time difference between Riga and Cottbus?

Cottbus is 1h behind Riga. It is currently 7:50 PM in Riga and 6:50 PM in Cottbus.

Where does the Riga to Cottbus train arrive?

Riga to Cottbus train services, operated by LTG Link, arrive at Kaisiadorys station.

Can I drive from Riga to Cottbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Riga to Cottbus is 1104 km. It takes approximately 13h 54m to drive from Riga to Cottbus.

Where can I stay near Cottbus?

There are 526+ hotels available in Cottbus.

Riga to Cottbus - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Riga to Cottbus by plane, train, 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.

Fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)RIX - BER
2. Take the train from S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof
6h 12m
€82–216
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Riga, Bus Station to Berlin Airport BERN1324 / ...
2. Take the train from S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf to Cottbus, HauptbahnhofRe2 / ...
19h 25m
€81–161
Train
1. Take the train from Riga-Pasazieru to Kaisiadorys151
2. Take the train from Kaunas to Warszawa Zachodnia
3. Take the train from Warszawa Zachodnia to Rzepin95 / ...
4. Take the train from Frankfurt to Cottbus, Sandow Bhf
20h 20m
€123–159
Drive 1,104.4 km
1. Drive from Riga to Cottbus1,104.4 km
13h 54m
€170–245
Fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Dresden Airport (DRS)RIX - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof
10h 18m
€266–402
Fly to Wroclaw, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Wroclaw (WRO)RIX - WRO
2. Take the train from Wroclaw Glowny to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof
10h 23m
€91–230
Bus, train via Wrocław
1. Take the bus from Rīga to Wrocław848103
2. Take the train from Wroclaw Glowny to Cottbus, HauptbahnhofIre
22h 25m
€99–136

Riga to Cottbus by bus, foot, and train

13Weekly Services

19h 25mAverage Duration

€81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 958.7 km
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Riga, Latvia and Cottbus, Germany?

You can take a train from Riga-Pasazieru to Cottbus, Sandow Bhf via Kaišiadorys, Kaunas, Warszawa Zachodnia, Rzepin, and Frankfurt in around 20h 20m.

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