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Schmalkalden, Germany → Cottbus, Germany

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Five ways to Travel from Schmalkalden to Cottbus

Composite routes from Schmalkalden to Cottbus

Cheapest
3 h 38 min
Car
401 km.
from $22
Other
3 h 38 min
Rideshare
401 km.
from $15.26
5 h 12 min
Bus, Train
292 km.
from $5.43
6 h 10 min
291 km.
from $105.23
7 h 39 min
Bus, Train
292 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Gotha to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$43.04–$49.37
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.24–$44.30
Train from Gotha to Elsterwerda,
Ave. Duration:
2h 39m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$56.96–$63.29

ÖBB EuroCity

Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Cottbus,
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$27.85–$40.50
Train from Zella-Mehlis to Erfurt
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52
Train from Finsterwalde, Bahnhof to Cottbus,
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

ÖBB Intercity

Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.11–$44.30

Abellio GmbH

Phone:
+49 30 21300130
Email:
Website:
abellio.de/
Train from Gotha to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.38–$40.50
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$34.18

ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH

Phone:
0800 2235546
Website:
abellio.de/
Train from Gotha to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.71–$55.69
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.11–$45.57

Bus operators

Verkehrsgemeinschaft Landkreis Gotha GbR

Phone:
(03621) 39 82 70
Email:
Website:
nvg-gotha.info/
Bus from Schmalkalden, Recklinghäuser Straße to Gotha,
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Schmalkalden to Cottbus?

The cheapest way to get from Schmalkalden to Cottbus is to train which costs $54.35 - $97.83 and takes 6h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Schmalkalden to Cottbus?

The fastest way to get from Schmalkalden to Cottbus is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs $59.78 - $97.83 .

How far is it from Schmalkalden to Cottbus?

The distance between Schmalkalden and Cottbus is 334 km. The road distance is 400.7 km.

How do I travel from Schmalkalden to Cottbus without a car?

The best way to get from Schmalkalden to Cottbus without a car is to bus and train via Leipzig which takes 5h 12m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Schmalkalden to Cottbus?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Schmalkalden to Cottbus, including transfers.

Can I drive from Schmalkalden to Cottbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Schmalkalden to Cottbus is 401 km. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Schmalkalden to Cottbus.

Where can I stay near Cottbus?

There are 497+ hotels available in Cottbus. Prices start at $50.90 per night.
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