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Stiftung Fürst-Pückler-Museum Park und Schloss Branitz
Museum in Branitz Palace presenting Prince Pückler’s life, interiors, and landscape vision in one of Cottbus’s top cultural sites.
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 37 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Cottbus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Cottbus will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
It's difficult to get from Munich to Cottbus without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 1008 · ICE 1206 · 18390
ICE 1508 · S47 · 3124
ICE 508 · 18390
ICE 1008 · 3124
ICE 1006 · S9 · 18392
ICE 1508 · S47 · 3124
ICE 1100 · S9 · 18388
ICE 1008 · ICE 1206 · 18390
ICE 1006 · S9 · 18392
ICE 1102 · S9 · 18386Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Cottbus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $113.
Distance: 278 miles (448 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$122 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $178 Average price | $102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Cottbus:
A bus is $57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Cottbus costing on average $122.
A bus is $113 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Cottbus costing on average $178.
Other travel options to Cottbus take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 20m.
Bus takes on average 10h 3m.
You'll arrive about 41m sooner (5h 20m by train vs 6h 1m by car). Tickets start at around $122 compared to roughly $102 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.
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 Munich to Cottbus trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1604 · S35 · 16513 · 18284 | On time 6:19 AM Munich Hbf | 6h24 | 12:43 PM Cottbus Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 602 · 18386 | On time 6:49 AM Munich Hbf | 6h06 | 12:55 PM Cottbus Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1102 · S9 · 18386 | On time 7:17 AM Munich Hbf | 5h38 | 12:55 PM Cottbus Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1102 · 3116 | On time 7:17 AM Munich Hbf | 6h38 | 1:55 PM Cottbus Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1602 · S35 · 16517 · 18286 | On time 8:21 AM Munich Hbf | 6h22 | 2:43 PM Cottbus Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 600 · 18388 | On time 8:49 AM Munich Hbf | 6h06 | 2:55 PM Cottbus Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1100 · S9 · 18388 | On time 9:19 AM Munich Hbf | 5h36 | 2:55 PM Cottbus Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1100 · 3120 | On time 9:19 AM Munich Hbf | 6h36 | 3:55 PM Cottbus Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1600 · S35 · 16521 · 18288 | On time 10:22 AM Munich Hbf | 6h21 | 4:43 PM Cottbus Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 508 · 18390 | On time 10:48 AM Munich Hbf | 6h07 | 4:55 PM Cottbus Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1008 · ICE 1206 · 18390 | On time 11:18 AM Munich Hbf | 5h37 | 4:55 PM Cottbus Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1008 · 3124 | On time 11:18 AM Munich Hbf | 6h38 | 5:56 PM Cottbus Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1508 · S47 · 3124 | On time 12:21 PM Munich Hbf | 5h35 | 5:56 PM Cottbus Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1508 · 18522 | On time 12:21 PM Munich Hbf | 6h26 | 6:47 PM Cottbus Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1508 · S35 · 16525 · 18290 | On time 12:21 PM Munich Hbf | 6h22 | 6:43 PM Cottbus Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 506 · 18392 | On time 12:48 PM Munich Hbf | 6h07 | 6:55 PM Cottbus Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1006 · S9 · 18392 | On time 1:17 PM Munich Hbf | 5h38 | 6:55 PM Cottbus Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1006 · 3128 | On time 1:17 PM Munich Hbf | 6h38 | 7:55 PM Cottbus Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Munich to Cottbus run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 but you can travel from only $40 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:01, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 278 miles (448 km) distance in 5h 37m.
Distance 278 miles (448 km) |
Average train duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 37m |
First train 3:01 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Cottbus — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cottbus trip today.
Museum in Branitz Palace presenting Prince Pückler’s life, interiors, and landscape vision in one of Cottbus’s top cultural sites.
City museum covering Cottbus history, urban development, and regional culture inside a former gate-related historic complex.
Art museum known for modern and contemporary exhibitions, especially East German art, in a striking power-station building.
Famous landscaped park by Prince Pückler with lakes, pyramids, and scenic paths; the city’s signature green attraction.
Cottbus’s main market square with historic facades, events, and a lively atmosphere; a natural starting point for exploring the center.
Main pedestrian shopping street connecting the station side and old town, good for architecture, people-watching, and everyday city life.
Spreewald gherkins are barrel-pickled cucumbers from nearby Spreewald, famous for their crisp texture and dill, mustard, or horseradish seasoning.
Quark with linseed oil and potatoes is a Lusatian farmhouse staple. The creamy curd and nutty oil reflect Sorbian country cooking around Cottbus.
Boiled potatoes with herb quark are a simple regional everyday meal, valued for local dairy and produce and common across Brandenburg and Lusatia.
Elegant restaurant in Branitz Park offering refined regional cuisine with a quieter upscale atmosphere near Fürst Pückler's park.
Historic brewery restaurant known for hearty regional dishes and house beer in a traditional, atmospheric setting near the old town.
Traditional inn-style venue serving German and regional favorites in a rustic, casual atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Berlin, while local transit and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants. Small rounding up is common for taxis and cafes.
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Cottbus Hbf -> Altmarkt, Cottbus
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Cottbus 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 Cottbus, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to Cottbus trains use the München Hbf to Cottbus Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Cottbus, Busbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Munich and Cottbus train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Karlsplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at München Karlsplatz.
Ticket office support is available at München Karlsplatz. Information desks are available at München Karlsplatz.
Luggage storage is available at München Karlsplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Karlsplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Karlsplatz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Karlsplatz.
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
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.
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