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Compare train and bus for Dresden to Cottbus
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Cottbus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF 28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 38m. 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 bus costs an average of CHF 28, while a train costs an average of CHF 41.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF 41 Average price | CHF 28 Average price Cheapest | CHF 16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Dresden to Cottbus
Compare the available ways to get from Dresden to Cottbus, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Dresden to Cottbus:
A bus is CHF 14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Cottbus costing on average CHF 41.
Other travel options to Cottbus take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 49m.
Tickets start at around CHF 41 compared to roughly CHF 16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -CHF 25. The journey takes 2h 8m versus 1h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Dresden to Cottbus
How to get from Dresden to Cottbus by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Dresden to Cottbus is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
9:45 PM 5h10 Dresden 2:55 AM Cottbus CHF 20 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:45 PM 5h10 Dresden 2:55 AM Cottbus CHF 20 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:45 PM 5h10 Dresden 2:55 AM Cottbus CHF 20 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Dresden to Cottbus:
A bus is CHF 14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Cottbus costing on average CHF 41.
Other travel options to Cottbus take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 49m.
- Around 4 trains per day.
- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dresden and Cottbus as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Dresden-Neustadt station and arrive in Cottbus Hbf.
- Buses mostly depart from Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Cottbus, Bus Station.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Cottbus by bus.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Thameslink, trilex to go to Cottbus by train.
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