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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
€44
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
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 €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cottbus for Leipzig on Mon, Aug 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 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 Mon, Aug 03 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.


Trains from Cottbus to Leipzig run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
There are 2 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 2h 10m.
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Cottbus to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:02 AM Cottbus | 2h10 | 11:12 AM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Moderate for Germany. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, making Leipzig good value for city breaks.
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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Leipzig Hbf -> Augustusplatz, Leipzig
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, with some services arriving at Leipzig-Thekla. 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.
Cottbus, Busbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cottbus, Busbahnhof.
Cottbus-Merzdorf is 2 km from Cottbus city centre. Public transport options include:
Cottbus-Merzdorf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bistro By Ömer, Spreewehrmühle
Wi-Fi is available at Cottbus-Merzdorf. ATMs are available at Cottbus-Merzdorf.
Ticket office support is available at Cottbus-Merzdorf. Information desks are available at Cottbus-Merzdorf.
Luggage storage is available at Cottbus-Merzdorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cottbus-Merzdorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cottbus-Merzdorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cottbus-Merzdorf.
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.
Leipzig-Thekla is 5 km from Leipzig city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Leipzig-Thekla has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cơm Quê, Abtnaundorfer Hof, Eiscafé am Bagger, Bistro Präg
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig-Thekla. ATMs are available at Leipzig-Thekla.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig-Thekla. Information desks are available at Leipzig-Thekla.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig-Thekla. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig-Thekla: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig-Thekla: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig-Thekla.
Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Weinstock, Auerbachs Keller
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, Leipzig Marriott Hotel, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
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