Bus Tickets from Cologne to Cottbus

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Next departures for Cologne to Cottbus on October 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
CottbusCheapest
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
CottbusFastest
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
CottbusNo tags
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
CottbusNo tags
Flixbus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
CottbusNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Cottbus

Bus
Average PriceUS$52 - US$98Average Duration18h
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average PriceUS$75 - US$198Average Duration7h 15m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$50 - US$50Average Duration6h 10m
22kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Cologne to Cottbus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cottbus. The journey takes about 18 hours, and with fares starting at just US$52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
18hAverage Duration
US$52Cheapest ticket
13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Cottbus: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$64
Average Bus Trip Duration18h
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure12:45am
Distance510 km
Latest bus departure11:40pm

Cologne to Cottbus Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Cottbus

  1. How far is Cologne from Cottbus?

    The distance between Cologne and Cottbus is approximately 521 km (323 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cologne to Cottbus?

    Buses departing from Cologne/Bonn Airport in Cologne will take you to Cottbus, Busbahnhof in Cottbus.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Cottbus was searched and found on Oct 5, 2025 with a price of US$110

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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