How far is Cologne from Cottbus?

The distance between the two cities is 323 miles (521 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Cottbus?

Most of the buses traveling from Cologne to Cottbus leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Cottbus, Busbahnhof. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Cologne to Cottbus from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Cologne to Cottbus on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	18h	4:55am	Cottbus	No tags
Bus	5:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	19h 25m	1:00pm	Cottbus	No tags
Bus	6:10pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	18h 50m	1:00pm	Cottbus	No tags
Bus	10:10pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	19h 35m	5:45pm	Cottbus	No tags
Bus	11:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	18h 10m	5:45pm	Cottbus	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Cottbus

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cottbus. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 10mAverage Duration

323 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $93	Average Duration18h 5m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$61 - $247	Average Duration7h 38m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$62 - $62	Average Duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Cottbus?

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Stops in Cottbus

A - Cottbus, Busbahnhof

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Cottbus by bus

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$48

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Cottbus was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $48

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Cottbus, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $48 to $59 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Cottbus based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-11-23.