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What is the best way to travel from Hamburg to Cottbus?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool, Buses and Trains to Cottbus from Hamburg. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
5h 20m
£24
£32
1
Train
5h 6m
£33
£35
36

What is the cheapest way to reach Cottbus from Hamburg?

You can reach Cottbus with just £24 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
from £27
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from £44
Friday
Saturday
from £24

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    5h 20m
    0
    23:35
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    04:55
    Cottbus
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27

    • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 6m
    0
    21:34
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    02:40
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 46m
    0
    22:42
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    05:28
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 14m
    0
    22:42
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    06:56
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 19m
    0
    20:21
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    01:40
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £41

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    17h 15m
    0
    07:25
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    00:40
    Cottbus
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    5h 20m
    0
    23:35
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    04:55
    Cottbus
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24

What are the fastest trips from Hamburg to Cottbus?

You can get to Cottbus from Hamburg in just 5h 6m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 5h 6m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from 17h 15m
Friday
Saturday
from 5h 20m

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 6m
    0
    21:34
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    02:40
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 19m
    0
    20:21
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    01:40
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £41
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 46m
    0
    22:42
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    05:28
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 14m
    0
    22:42
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    06:56
    Cottbus
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33

    • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    5h 20m
    0
    23:35
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    04:55
    Cottbus
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    17h 15m
    0
    07:25
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    00:40
    Cottbus
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    5h 20m
    0
    23:35
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    04:55
    Cottbus
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Hamburg to Cottbus

What are the most popular stations in Hamburg and Cottbus?

In Hamburg, you will usually depart from Central Station, Dammtor Train Station or Central Bus Station, while in Cottbus you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Willmersdorf Nord Train Station or Sandow 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 Cottbus from Hamburg? With 2 connections between 2 Bus, Carpool and Train 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 Hamburg and Cottbus, you can pay as low as £24 with a Bus from FlixBus.

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 Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Cottbus in just 5h 6m.

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 Hamburg and Cottbus are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus, 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 Hamburg and Cottbus 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 Hamburg Airport or to Kolkwitz, and look at flights from Hamburg Airport, and landing at . 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 Hamburg to Cottbus?

The most popular companies between Hamburg and Cottbus, are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus. 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 Hamburg to Cottbus

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Hamburg to Cottbus. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Hamburg to Cottbus

How can I reach Cottbus from Hamburg?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus, Carpool and Train, with which you can get to Cottbus from Hamburg.

How far is Cottbus from Hamburg?

The distance between Hamburg and Cottbus is 354.0 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Hamburg and Cottbus?

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 10 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 60 kgs, and a flight 87 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Hamburg to Cottbus?

You can get to Cottbus with just £24 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

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 Cottbus in just 5h 6m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Hamburg and to Cottbus

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Hamburg and to Cottbus. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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