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Museum der bildenden Künste
Leipzig’s major fine arts museum with strong German painting, modern works, and a bright contemporary building in the city center.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€46
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€46
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 10 m
Trains on Sep 18
2
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cottbus to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cottbus to Leipzig will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €46.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 2 trains from Cottbus to Leipzig, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cottbus to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €45 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €45, while a train costs an average of €45.
Distance: 88 miles (143 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€45 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
You'll arrive about 32m sooner (2h 7m by train vs 2h 39m by car). Tickets start at around €45 compared to roughly €26 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Cottbus to Leipzig trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18401 · 16502 | 4:14 AM Cottbus Hbf | 2h36 | 6:50 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
18381 | 4:58 AM Cottbus Hbf | 1h54 | 6:52 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
18423 · 18281 · 16504 | 5:14 AM Cottbus Hbf | 2h36 | 7:50 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
18345 · S4 | 5:47 AM Cottbus Hbf | 2h25 | 8:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
18403 · 16506 | 6:14 AM Cottbus Hbf | 2h36 | 8:50 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
18347 · S4 | 8:02 AM Cottbus Hbf | 2h10 | 10:12 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
18405 · 16510 | 8:18 AM Cottbus Hbf | 2h32 | 10:50 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
18385 | 9:03 AM Cottbus Hbf | 1h49 | 10:52 AM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
18427 · 18285 · 16512 | 9:14 AM Cottbus Hbf | 2h36 | 11:50 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
18349 · S4 | 10:02 AM Cottbus Hbf | 2h10 | 12:12 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Cottbus to Leipzig run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €42 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (143 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Tip about 5-10% in restaurants or round up the bill. Round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes if service was good.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cottbus to Leipzig 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 Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cottbus to Leipzig trains use the Cottbus Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Cottbus and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cottbus Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Esscobar, Ratskeller Cottbus
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Cottbus Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Cottbus Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cottbus Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cottbus Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cottbus Hauptbahnhof.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Cottbus, Lindner Congress Hotel Cottbus, Sorat Hotel Cottbus.
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
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