How to travel from Basel to Cottbus

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Cottbus

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Cottbus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $153 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $153, while a flight costs an average of $708.

Distance: 418 miles (674 km)

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$708

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$176

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5h 8m

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3h 8m

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9h 7m

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19h 27m

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18h 57m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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from Basel to Cottbus

How to get from Basel to Cottbus by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Basel to Cottbus is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • easyJet
    5:00 AM1h30
    Basel
    6:30 AMCottbus
    $1331One-way
    0 transfers

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  • easyJet
    5:00 AM1h30
    Basel
    6:30 AMCottbus
    $1331One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • easyJet
    5:00 AM1h30
    Basel
    6:30 AMCottbus
    $1331One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Basel to Cottbus

Travel to Cottbus easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Basel to Cottbus.

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There are 3 options to travel between Basel and Cottbus including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Cottbus is a bus with an average price of $153.

This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Cottbus:

A bus is $23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Cottbus costing on average $176.

A bus is $555 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Cottbus costing on average $708.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Cottbus is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.

Other travel options to Cottbus take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 7m.

Bus takes on average 19h 27m.

The distance from Basel to Cottbus is approximately 418 miles (674 km).
The average frequency per day from Basel to Cottbus is:
  • Around 42 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basel and Cottbus as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Basel to Cottbus:
  • Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Cottbus Hbf.
  • Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Berlin Brandenburg Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Basel, Bahnhof and arrive in Cottbus, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Basel to Cottbus, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Cottbus by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Cottbus by train.
  • Travel with Norwegian Air Shuttle, BA Cityflyer, British Airways, Air France, KLM, easyJet to go to Cottbus by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Basel to Cottbus:
  • 1 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Basel to Cottbus often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Dresden, Wrocław, Prague, Leipzig. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cottbus and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Cottbus to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling experience in Cottbus, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows time to explore the city's parks, museums, and local attractions comfortably.

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