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Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Cottbus to Salzburg. The train trip from Cottbus to Salzburg is usually about 13 hours long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 279 mi (448 km) |
Fastest train | 13h 0m |
Lowest price | CA$242.59 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Cottbus to Salzburg?
2 train services operate from Cottbus to Salzburg. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 4 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 4 | 12h 42m | CA$242.59 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 4 | 12h 58m | CA$247.21 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Cottbus to Salzburg start from CA$247, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Salzburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Cottbus leaves from Cottbus-Willmersdorf Nord and one other station. And in Salzburg trains arrive at Salzburg Liefering and 2 other train stations.
From Cottbus to Salzburg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 12 hours and 58 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Cottbus and Salzburg is approximately 279 miles, or 448 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 13 hours,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Cottbus to Salzburg tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Cottbus at 16:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Salzburg to Cottbus.
City Information
Salzburg
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Salzburg is located in the north of Austria and might be best known for its stunning landscapes and locations featured in The Sound of Music. Don't worry, there are plenty of organized tours to see the Von Trapps' house, the hills where Maria sings, and more of the film's iconic settings. This cultural and historic city offers many more activities set against the stunning backdrop of churches and castles.
Salzburg Old Town, or Altstadt, is one of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites, and it is easy to see why. The beautiful Baroque-style architecture and churches are straight out of a fairytale, while the looming Hohensalzburg Castle and attached museum serve as a reminder of Salzburg's decadent past.
Salzburg was a musically famous city even before The Sound of Music, as it’s known for being the birthplace of Mozart. Music lovers can visit his residence and the locations associated with Mozart's life in Salzburg. In winter, be sure to stay for one of Salzburg's famous Christmas markets. The Christkindlmarkt tradition dates back to the 15-century, with hundreds of stalls offering the finest mulled wine, handmade crafts, and delicious Christmas treats.
Salzburg is well-connected to much of Europe by ground and air travel. Popular train routes to Salzburg travel from Vienna, Berlin, and Cologne. FlixBus provides the most bus routes to Salzburg, with several smaller carriers also serving several routes to cities in Switzerland and beyond. Salzburg Airport provides an alternative way to reach Salzburg, located just 4 kilometers from the city center.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Cottbus?
Main departure station: Cottbus-Willmersdorf Nord
There are two stations in Cottbus where you can board the train to Salzburg.
All train stations in Cottbus:
Cottbus-Willmersdorf Nord
Cottbus-Merzdorf
Where is the train station in Salzburg?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Salzburg Liefering
There are more train stations and stops in Salzburg than most cities. Most trains from Cottbus will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Salzburg:
Train stations in Salzburg:
Salzburg Liefering
Salzburg Taxham Europark
Salzburg Aiglhof
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