The average train between Cottbus and Gießen takes 7h 24m and the fastest train takes 6h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Cottbus to Gießen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Cottbus and Gießen. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Cottbus is at 9:03 PM which arrives into Gießen at 8:50 AM. All services require a transfer at S Spandau Bhf and take an average of 7h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


6h 49m • 2 changesArrives next day


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11h 47m • 2 changes

6h 55m • 2 changes

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6h 48m • 2 changes

6h 49m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cottbus to Gießen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cottbus to Gießen. However, there are services departing from Cottbus station and arriving at Gießen station via S Spandau Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.
Cottbus to Gießen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof station.
Cottbus to Gießen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Gießen Bahnhof station.
Book your Cottbus to Gießen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Cottbus and Gießen is 414.9 km. The road distance is 631 km.
You can take a train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to Gießen Bahnhof via S Spandau Bhf and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe in around 7h 11m.