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

The cheapest way to get from Cottbus to Potsdam is to rideshare which costs €5 - €7 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cottbus to Potsdam is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Cottbus and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Cottbus to Potsdam station. However, there are services departing from Cottbus and arriving at Potsdam central train station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Cottbus and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct train from Cottbus to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via S Ostkreuz Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Cottbus to Potsdam?

The distance between Cottbus and Potsdam is 150 km. The road distance is 130.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cottbus to Potsdam without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Cottbus to Potsdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cottbus to Potsdam bus from?

Cottbus to Potsdam bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Cottbus station.

Where do I catch the Cottbus to Potsdam train from?

Cottbus to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Cottbus to Potsdam?

The best way to get from Cottbus to Potsdam is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Cottbus to Potsdam bus arrive?

Cottbus to Potsdam bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Masurenallee - Berlin station.

Where does the Cottbus to Potsdam train arrive?

Cottbus to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at S Ostkreuz Bhf station.

Can I drive from Cottbus to Potsdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Cottbus to Potsdam is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Cottbus to Potsdam.

How do I get a train ticket from Cottbus to Potsdam?

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Where can I stay near Potsdam?

There are 1430+ hotels available in Potsdam.

Can I share a ride from Cottbus to Potsdam?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cottbus and Potsdam. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cottbus to Potsdam - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cottbus to Potsdam by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to S Ostkreuz Bhftrain Re2
2. Take the train from S Ostkreuz Bhf to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain S7
2h 17m
€27–40
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cottbus to Potsdamrideshare 135 km
1h 40m
€5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cottbus to Masurenallee - Berlinbus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Potsdam central train stationbus N1325
2h 29m
Train via Königs Wusterhausen
1. Take the train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to S Königs Wusterhausen Bhftrain Re2 / ...
2. Take the train from S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb22
2h 36m
€32–49
Drive 130.6 km
1. Drive from Cottbus to Potsdamcar 130.6 km
1h 30m
€19–27

Cottbus to Potsdam by train

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2h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 150.5 km
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Cottbus, Germany and Potsdam, Germany?

You can take a train from Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via S Ostkreuz Bhf in around 2h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cottbus to Potsdam central train station via Masurenallee - Berlin and Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof in around 2h 29m.

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