What is the best way to travel from Cottbus to Dresden?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool, Trains and Buses to Dresden from Cottbus. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Dresden from Cottbus?
You can reach Dresden with just £7 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus5h 40m000:20CottbusCentral Bus Station06:00DresdenTrain Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 21/08/2026 00:20:00 to Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 21/08/2026 06:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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FlixBus5h 40m000:20CottbusCentral Bus Station06:00DresdenTrain Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 22/08/2026 00:20:00 to Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 22/08/2026 06:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 42m004:14CottbusCentral Station05:56DresdenNeustadt Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 22/08/2026 04:14:00 to Neustadt Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 22/08/2026 05:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 42m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 42m006:14CottbusCentral Station07:56DresdenNeustadt Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 22/08/2026 06:14:00 to Neustadt Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 22/08/2026 07:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 42m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 42m007:14CottbusCentral Station08:56DresdenNeustadt Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 22/08/2026 07:14:00 to Neustadt Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 22/08/2026 08:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 42m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 38m008:18CottbusCentral Station09:56DresdenNeustadt Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 22/08/2026 08:18:00 to Neustadt Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 22/08/2026 09:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 38m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
Cheapest Trains Saturday
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BlaBlaCar1h 24m007:30Cottbus09:00Dresden0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Cottbus (Germany) at 24/08/2026 07:30:00 to , Dresden (Germany) arriving at 24/08/2026 09:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 24m
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BlaBlaCar1h 20m008:30Cottbus09:50Dresden0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Cottbus (Germany) at 24/08/2026 08:30:00 to , Dresden (Germany) arriving at 24/08/2026 09:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
Cheapest Carpool Monday
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Deutsche Bahn1h 53m006:14CottbusCentral Station08:07DresdenTrain Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 26/08/2026 06:14:00 to Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 26/08/2026 08:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 53m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 53m007:14CottbusCentral Station09:07DresdenTrain Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 26/08/2026 07:14:00 to Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 26/08/2026 09:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 53m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 53m015:14CottbusCentral Station17:07DresdenTrain Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 26/08/2026 15:14:00 to Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 26/08/2026 17:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 53m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 53m017:14CottbusCentral Station19:07DresdenTrain Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 26/08/2026 17:14:00 to Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 26/08/2026 19:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 53m
Cheapest Trains Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from Cottbus to Dresden?
You can get to Dresden from Cottbus in just 1h 20m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus5h 40m000:20CottbusCentral Bus Station06:00DresdenTrain Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 21/08/2026 00:20:00 to Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 21/08/2026 06:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
Fastest Buses Friday
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Deutsche Bahn1h 38m008:18CottbusCentral Station09:56DresdenNeustadt Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 22/08/2026 08:18:00 to Neustadt Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 22/08/2026 09:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 38m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 42m004:14CottbusCentral Station05:56DresdenNeustadt Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 22/08/2026 04:14:00 to Neustadt Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 22/08/2026 05:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 42m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 42m006:14CottbusCentral Station07:56DresdenNeustadt Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 22/08/2026 06:14:00 to Neustadt Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 22/08/2026 07:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 42m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 42m007:14CottbusCentral Station08:56DresdenNeustadt Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 22/08/2026 07:14:00 to Neustadt Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 22/08/2026 08:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 42m
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FlixBus5h 40m000:20CottbusCentral Bus Station06:00DresdenTrain Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 22/08/2026 00:20:00 to Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 22/08/2026 06:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
Fastest Trains Saturday
Fastest Buses Saturday
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BlaBlaCar1h 20m008:30Cottbus09:50Dresden0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Cottbus (Germany) at 24/08/2026 08:30:00 to , Dresden (Germany) arriving at 24/08/2026 09:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
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BlaBlaCar1h 24m007:30Cottbus09:00Dresden0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Cottbus (Germany) at 24/08/2026 07:30:00 to , Dresden (Germany) arriving at 24/08/2026 09:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 24m
Fastest Carpool Monday
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Deutsche Bahn1h 53m006:14CottbusCentral Station08:07DresdenTrain Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 26/08/2026 06:14:00 to Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 26/08/2026 08:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 53m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 53m007:14CottbusCentral Station09:07DresdenTrain Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 26/08/2026 07:14:00 to Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 26/08/2026 09:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 53m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 53m015:14CottbusCentral Station17:07DresdenTrain Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 26/08/2026 15:14:00 to Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 26/08/2026 17:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 53m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 53m017:14CottbusCentral Station19:07DresdenTrain Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cottbus (Germany) at 26/08/2026 17:14:00 to Train Station, Dresden (Germany) arriving at 26/08/2026 19:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 53m
Fastest Trains Wednesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Cottbus to Dresden
What are the most popular stations in Cottbus and Dresden?
In Cottbus, you will usually depart from Willmersdorf Nord Train Station, Sandow Train Station or Central Bus Station, while in Dresden you will be arriving at Train Station, Reitbahnstraße Bus Station or Neustadt Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Dresden from Cottbus? With 3 connections between 3 Carpool, Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cottbus and Dresden, you can pay as low as £7 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Dresden in just 1h 20m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cottbus and Dresden are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Cottbus and Dresden is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Kolkwitz or to Freital, and look at flights from , and landing at Dresden Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Cottbus to Dresden?
The most popular companies between Cottbus and Dresden, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Cottbus to Dresden
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cottbus to Dresden. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Cottbus to Dresden
How can I reach Dresden from Cottbus?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Carpool, Train and Bus, with which you can get to Dresden from Cottbus.
How far is Dresden from Cottbus?
The distance between Cottbus and Dresden is 88.6 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cottbus and Dresden?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 15 kgs, and a flight 22 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cottbus to Dresden?
You can get to Dresden with just £7 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
What is the fastest way to get from Cottbus to Dresden?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Dresden in just 1h 20m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to Cottbus and to Dresden
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cottbus and to Dresden. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
