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What is the best way to travel from Essen to Cottbus?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Carpool and Buses for the journey to Cottbus from Essen. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
12h 40m
$39
$43
1
Train
5h 36m
$33
$44
42
Car
5h 40m
$56
$56
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Cottbus from Essen?

You can get to Cottbus with just $33 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Sunday
from $47
Monday
from $39
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from $33
Saturday
from $33

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    12h 40m
    0
    4:15 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:55 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $47

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    12h 40m
    0
    4:15 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:55 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $39
  • Cheapest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 40m
    0
    8:20 PM
    Essen
    2:00 AM
    Cottbus
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $56

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 34m
    0
    12:22 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    7:56 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 35m
    0
    12:22 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    7:57 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 9m
    0
    10:19 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    5:28 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 36m
    0
    10:19 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    6:55 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 35m
    0
    12:22 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    7:57 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 19m
    0
    8:21 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    2:40 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 36m
    0
    5:19 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    10:55 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $57
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 36m
    0
    3:19 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    8:55 PM
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $57

What are the fastest trips from Essen to Cottbus?

You can get to Cottbus from Essen in just 5h 36m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 12h 40m
Monday
from 5h 40m
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from 7h 9m
Saturday
from 5h 36m

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    12h 40m
    0
    4:15 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:55 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $47

    Fastest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 40m
    0
    8:20 PM
    Essen
    2:00 AM
    Cottbus
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $56
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    12h 40m
    0
    4:15 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:55 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $39

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 9m
    0
    10:19 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    5:28 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 34m
    0
    12:22 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    7:56 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 35m
    0
    12:22 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    7:57 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 36m
    0
    10:19 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    6:55 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 36m
    0
    5:19 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    10:55 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $57
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 36m
    0
    3:19 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    8:55 PM
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $57
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 19m
    0
    8:21 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    2:40 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 35m
    0
    12:22 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    7:57 AM
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Essen to Cottbus

What are the most popular stations in Essen and Cottbus?

In Essen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, while in Cottbus you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Willmersdorf Nord Train Station or Sandow Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cottbus from Essen? With 3 connections between 3 Train, Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Essen and Cottbus, you can pay as low as $33 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Cottbus in just 5h 36m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Essen and Cottbus are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Essen and Cottbus is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Gelsenkirchen or to Kolkwitz, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Essen to Cottbus?

The most popular companies between Essen and Cottbus, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Essen to Cottbus

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Essen to Cottbus. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Essen to Cottbus

How can I reach Cottbus from Essen?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Cottbus from Essen.

How far is Cottbus from Essen?

The distance between Essen and Cottbus is 314.7 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Essen and Cottbus?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 14 kgs of CO2, a train 18 kgs, a car 86 kgs, and a flight 125 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Essen to Cottbus?

You can get to Cottbus with just $33 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cottbus in just 5h 36m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Essen and to Cottbus

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Essen and to Cottbus. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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