- Must visit
Neues Museum
A major museum of ancient civilisations, known for monumental architecture and celebrated collections from Egypt and the Near East.
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cottbus to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cottbus to Berlin will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 9 trains that leave Cottbus for Berlin every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.
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3127Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cottbus to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 106 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£20 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Cottbus to Berlin trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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3113 | 9:03 Cottbus Hbf | 1h20 | 10:23 Ostkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
3115 | 10:03 Cottbus Hbf | 1h20 | 11:23 Ostkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
3117 | 11:03 Cottbus Hbf | 1h20 | 12:23 Ostkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
3119 | 12:03 Cottbus Hbf | 1h20 | 13:23 Ostkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
3121 | 13:03 Cottbus Hbf | 1h20 | 14:23 Ostkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
3123 | 14:02 Cottbus Hbf | 1h21 | 15:23 Ostkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
3125 | 15:03 Cottbus Hbf | 1h20 | 16:23 Ostkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
3127 | 16:03 Cottbus Hbf | 1h20 | 17:23 Ostkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
3129 | 17:03 Cottbus Hbf | 1h20 | 18:23 Ostkreuz | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Cottbus to Berlin run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 5:38 |
Last train 20:54 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
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A major museum of ancient civilisations, known for monumental architecture and celebrated collections from Egypt and the Near East.
A leading collection of 20th-century art, showing key works of modernism in Mies van der Rohe’s striking glass building.
A world-class art museum with European paintings, sculptures and decorative arts from the 13th to 18th centuries.
A historic boulevard linking major sights, lined with institutions, statues and elegant buildings that reflect central Berlin’s past.
A large central park with lakes, paths and lawns, perfect for walking, cycling and breaks between nearby landmarks and museums.
A spacious former airport turned public park, popular for cycling, sunset walks and an unusually open view of Berlin’s skyline.
Curried pork sausage sliced and served with ketchup and curry powder. A post-war Berlin classic, especially popular from street food stands.
Slow-cooked pork knuckle with crisp skin, usually served with peas, sauerkraut or purée. A hearty Berlin pub staple.
Berlin-style meatball of minced pork or mixed meat, commonly eaten hot or cold. A traditional everyday snack and tavern dish.
Elegant restaurant in Charlottenburg focused on refined Austrian and German cooking in a classic dining room.
Historic department store food hall with Berlin specialities, pastries and delicatessen counters in a lively grand setting.
Long-running Berlin institution known for currywurst and classic fast food near Zoologischer Garten. Casual and iconic.
Moderate for Western Europe: hostels and hotels vary widely, dining is fair-value, and public transport is good value for a capital city.
Service is usually not included. In restaurants, round up or tip about 5-10%. In cafés, round up small bills. For taxis, round up the fare or add about 5-10%.
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Berlin Hbf -> Alexanderplatz, Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cottbus to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cottbus to Berlin trains use the Cottbus Hauptbahnhof to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin-Lichtenberg. Use this guide to compare Cottbus and Berlin 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.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin-Lichtenberg is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin-Lichtenberg 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: AVCI Bistro, Restaurant Athos, Yoko Sushi, Payamlino Bistro
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin-Lichtenberg. ATMs are available at Berlin-Lichtenberg.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin-Lichtenberg. Information desks are available at Berlin-Lichtenberg.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin-Lichtenberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin-Lichtenberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin-Lichtenberg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin-Lichtenberg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Nova, Pension Adamshof, Pension Zum Lichtenberger.
Berlin Ostkreuz is 4 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Ostkreuz 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: India Spice, Jelänger Jelieber, JAS, Schneeweiß
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Ostkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Ostkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Ostkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Ostkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Ostkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Ostkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Ostkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Ostkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, A&O Berlin Friedrichshain.
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