The average train between Cottbus and Zurich takes 13h 34m and the fastest train takes 11h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Cottbus to Zurich. 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 5 times a day between Cottbus and Zurich. The earliest departure is at 4:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Cottbus is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Zurich at 1:24 PM. All services require a transfer at Leipzig Hbf and take an average of 13h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Cottbus to Zurich? 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 Zurich. However, there are services departing from Cottbus station and arriving at Zurich station via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 34m.
Cottbus to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof station.
Cottbus to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Zürich HB station.
Book your Cottbus to Zurich train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cottbus and Zurich is 641.6 km. The road distance is 939 km.
You can take a train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to Zürich HB via Leipzig Hbf, Frankfurt, and Basel SBB in around 10h 54m.