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Trip Summary
27 trains operate daily from Cottbus to Oberhausen. The train trip from Cottbus to Oberhausen is usually about 7 hours and 11 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 52 minutes.
| Distance | 321 mi (516 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 52m |
| Lowest price | $57.18 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Cottbus to Oberhausen?
2 train services operate from Cottbus to Oberhausen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 19 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 19 | 7h 13m | $71.54 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 13 | 7h 5m | $74.40 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Cottbus to Oberhausen start from $25, and on average cost . Daily there are 13 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Oberhausen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Cottbus leaves from Cottbus-Sandow and 2 other stations. And in Oberhausen trains arrive at Train Station and one other train station.
From Cottbus to Oberhausen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 5 minutes. If you are looking to get to Oberhausen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 52 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Cottbus and Oberhausen is approximately 321 miles, or 516 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 11 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 52 minutes.
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 from Cottbus to Oberhausen are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Cottbus at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 27 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 Oberhausen to Cottbus.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Cottbus?
Main departure station: Train Station
Cottbus has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Oberhausen.
All train stations in Cottbus:
Train Station
Cottbus-Sandow
Cottbus-Merzdorf
Where is the train station in Oberhausen?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Oberhausen receives travelers from Cottbus at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Oberhausen:
Train Station
Bottrop-Vonderort
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