The average train between Cottbus and Kiel takes 6h 15m and the fastest train takes 5h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Cottbus to Kiel. 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 hourly between Cottbus and Kiel. The earliest departure is at 4:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Cottbus is at 9:03 PM which arrives into Kiel at 8:53 AM. All services require a transfer at S Spandau Bhf and take an average of 6h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 37m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cottbus to Kiel? 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 Kiel. However, there are services departing from Cottbus station and arriving at Kiel station via S Spandau Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.
Cottbus to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof station.
Cottbus to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Kiel Hbf station.
Book your Cottbus to Kiel train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cottbus and Kiel is 399.7 km. The road distance is 517 km.
You can take a train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to Kiel Hbf via S Spandau Bhf and Hamburg Hbf in around 5h 27m.