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

The cheapest way to get from Cottbus to Żary is to drive which costs 40 zł - 60 zł and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cottbus to Żary is to drive which takes 46 min and costs 40 zł - 60 zł.

Is there a direct train between Cottbus and Żary?

No, there is no direct train from Cottbus to Żary. However, there are services departing from Cottbus Hbf and arriving at Zary via Goerlitz and Zgorzelec. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Cottbus to Żary?

The distance between Cottbus and Żary is 68 km. The road distance is 65.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cottbus to Żary without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs 70 zł - 100 zł.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Cottbus to Żary, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cottbus to Żary train from?

Cottbus to Żary train services, operated by ODEG, depart from Cottbus Hbf station.

Where does the Cottbus to Żary train arrive?

Cottbus to Żary train services, operated by ODEG, arrive at Goerlitz station.

Can I drive from Cottbus to Żary?

Yes, the driving distance between Cottbus to Żary is 65 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Cottbus to Żary.

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

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Where can I stay near Żary?

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Cottbus to Żary - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cottbus to Żary by bus, car, or train

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Bus, drive, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cottbus to Forstbus
2. Drive from Forst to Zasiekicar
3. Take the train from Zasieki to Zarytrain R
1h 57m
Drive 65.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cottbus to Żarycar 65.2 km
46 min
zł 42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Cottbus Hbf to Goerlitztrain Rb
2. Take the train from Zgorzelec to Zarytrain R
3h 25m
zł 70–96

Cottbus to Żary by train

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3h 25mAverage Duration

zł 70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 68 km
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Cottbus, Germany and Żary, Lubuskie, Poland?

You can take a train from Cottbus Hbf to Zary via Goerlitz and Zgorzelec in around 3h 25m.

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