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

The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Cottbus is to rideshare which costs €20 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamburg to Cottbus is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Hamburg and Cottbus?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Cottbus bus station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Hamburg and Cottbus?

No, there is no direct train from Hamburg to Cottbus. However, there are services departing from Hamburg Hbf and arriving at Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof via S Spandau Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Hamburg to Cottbus?

The distance between Hamburg and Cottbus is 410 km. The road distance is 403.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Hamburg to Cottbus without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs €80 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Hamburg to Cottbus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamburg to Cottbus bus from?

Hamburg to Cottbus bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Hamburg to Cottbus train from?

Hamburg to Cottbus train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hamburg Hbf station.

Train or bus from Hamburg to Cottbus?

The best way to get from Hamburg to Cottbus is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs €80 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Hamburg to Cottbus bus arrive?

Hamburg to Cottbus bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cottbus bus station.

Where does the Hamburg to Cottbus train arrive?

Hamburg to Cottbus train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at S Spandau Bhf station.

Can I drive from Hamburg to Cottbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamburg to Cottbus is 403 km. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Hamburg to Cottbus.

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

Book your Hamburg to Cottbus train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Hamburg to Cottbus?

Book your Hamburg to Cottbus bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cottbus?

There are 592+ hotels available in Cottbus.

Can I share a ride from Hamburg to Cottbus?

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

Hamburg to Cottbus - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

How to get fromHamburg to Cottbus

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 7 ways to get from Hamburg to Cottbus by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to S Spandau Bhftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re2
4h 6m
€80–265
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Hamburg to Cottbusrideshare 403 km
5h 11m
€20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Cottbus bus stationbus N1360a
5h 10m
€35–60
Drive 403.3 km
1. Drive from Hamburg to Cottbuscar 403.3 km
3h 51m
€58–84
Fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane HAM - BER
2. Take the train from S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
6h 32m
€137–336
Bus via Berlin
1. Take the bus from Hamburg, ZOB to Berlin ZOB am Funkturmbus Dnipro / ...
2. Take the bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Cottbusbus Mykolayiv
6h 47m
Fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane HAM - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
7h 55m
€211–408

Hamburg to Cottbus by train

122Weekly Trains

4h 6mAverage Duration

€80Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Hamburg to Cottbus.

Launch map view

Distance: 409.6 km
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a train from Hamburg Hbf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof via S Spandau Bhf in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Cottbus bus station once daily. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.