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Compare bus and train for Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a train costs an average of €75.
Distance: 219 miles (353 km)
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4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
GermanyGermany
Trains from Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $93 (€75) but you can travel from only $46 (€37) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 20:04. The fastest train covers the 219 miles (353 km) distance in 3h 47m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $46 (€37)
Distance 219 miles (353 km) |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€75) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 05:01 |
Last train 20:04 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $46 (€37)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cottbus Hbf and Hamburg Hbf from $46 (€37). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 23m
Cheapest Price
$124 (€100)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hamburg Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The distance by train from Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is 219 miles (353 km).
Train ticket prices from Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $93 (€75), while the average price is around $93 (€75).
The cheapest way to get from Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is by bus, with a cost of around $46 (€37).
The train from Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf takes 3h 47m and runs 6 per day.
The first train from Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf leaves at 5:01 AM.
The last train from Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf leaves at 8:04 PM.
Yes, you can take the train from Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf.
A day trip from Cottbus Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 47m. There are 6 trains per day for this route, covering a distance of 219 miles (353 km).
There is no direct train service currently available from Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf.
The train journey from Cottbus Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of Brandenburg and Lower Saxony, with stretches of forests, fields, and charming small towns enhancing the visual experience.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cottbus Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Cottbus
Hamburg
The major train station for departures in Cottbus is Cottbus Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cottbus Hauptbahnhof for your trip from Cottbus to Hamburg.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Vetschauer Straße.
Dining
- Restaurant Esscobar
- Ratskeller Cottbus
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Radisson Blu Hotel Cottbus
- Lindner Congress Hotel Cottbus
- Sorat Hotel Cottbus
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Berlin, Dresden, and regional destinations
Public transit options for Cottbus Hauptbahnhof
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Lines 1, 2, 3, 4
The major train station for arrivals in Hamburg is Hamburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg Hbf for your journey to Hamburg from Cottbus.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
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