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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Cottbus is to bus and train which costs €75 - €130 and takes 23h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Cottbus is to fly and train which takes 6h 34m and costs €70 - €280.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Cottbus?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia to Cottbus. However, there are services departing from Sofia Sever and arriving at Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof via Gorna Oryahovitsa, Bucuresti Nord, Wien Hbf and Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 59m.

How far is it from Sofia to Cottbus?

The distance between Sofia and Cottbus is 1421 km. The road distance is 1441.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Cottbus without a car is to bus and train which takes 23h 50m and costs €75 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Sofia to Cottbus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Cottbus train from?

Sofia to Cottbus train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Sofia Sever station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Cottbus?

Cottbus is 1h behind Sofia. It is currently 3:08 AM in Sofia and 2:08 AM in Cottbus.

Where does the Sofia to Cottbus train arrive?

Sofia to Cottbus train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Gorna Oryahovitsa station.

Can I drive from Sofia to Cottbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Cottbus is 1441 km. It takes approximately 16h 9m to drive from Sofia to Cottbus.

Where can I stay near Cottbus?

There are 531+ hotels available in Cottbus.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Sofia to Cottbus by plane, train, bus, night 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.

Fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
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1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane SOF - BER
2. Take the train from S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
6h 34m
€73–277
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Dresden Bayrische Strassebus Racic Eurobus
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re18
23h 50m
€78–125
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Gorna Oryahovitsatrain
2. Take the night train from Gorna Oryahovitsa to Bucharestnighttrain
3. Take the night train from Bucuresti Nord to Wien Hbfnighttrain
4. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain Ice
5. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
35h 59m
€171–363
Drive 1,441.3 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Cottbuscar 1,441.3 km
16h 9m
€205–296
Fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane SOF - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
10h 35m
€136–428
Fly to Wroclaw, train
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Wroclaw (WRO)plane SOF - WRO
2. Take the train from Wroclaw Glowny to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
9h 4m
€91–241
Bus, train via Chemnitz
1. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Chemnitz Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain Re3
3. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
28h 12m
€113–165

Sofia to Cottbus by bus and train

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23h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,421.3 km
Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Cottbus, Germany?

There is no direct connection from Sofia to Cottbus. However, you can take the line 84 shuttle to Terminal 1, walk to Sofia Airport (SOF) airport, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), walk to Flughafen BER, take the train to S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf, then take the train to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof via Dresden Bayrische Strasse, Dresden Hauptbahnhof, and Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt in around 23h 50m.

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