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Trip Summary
You can pick from 7 daily train trips between Cottbus and Chemnitz. The average train journey from Cottbus to Chemnitz takes 4 hours and 13 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 3 hours and 16 minutes.
| Distance | 89 mi (142 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 16m |
| Lowest price | $21.49 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Cottbus to Chemnitz?
2 train services operate from Cottbus to Chemnitz. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 6 | 4h 14m | $42.33 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 4h 7m | $46.32 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Cottbus to Chemnitz start from $46, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Chemnitz. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Cottbus leaves from Cottbus-Willmersdorf Nord . And in Chemnitz trains arrive at Train Station .
From Cottbus to Chemnitz train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 7 minutes. If you are looking to get to Chemnitz faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 16 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Cottbus and Chemnitz is approximately 89 miles, or 142 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 13 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 16 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Cottbus to Chemnitz on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Cottbus at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 7 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 Chemnitz to Cottbus.
City Information
Chemnitz
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Named for the river running through the town, Chemnitz is a cultural center in Saxony, close to Germany's border with Czechia. The city was known as Karl-Marx-Stadt before German reunification, and an enormous bronze sculpture of Karl Marx's head reminds visitors of this legacy. Other notable structures in town include the Red Tower, a remnant of the city's 12-century walls, and the striking Altes Rathaus, or Old Town Hall. These two buildings are located close to the city center, with many enticing restaurants and unique shops in between.
You can find even more of Chemnitz's unique architecture in the Kassberg neighborhood, a residential area of 18th-century and 19th-century Art Nouveau buildings. For something a bit more special, check out trunks of petrified wood from Chemnitz petrified forest on display at the Museum of Natural History.
Dresden has the closest passenger airport to Chemnitz, but it is nearly an hour away. So, ground travel is often much more convenient to travel into Chemnitz. Check out cheap bus tickets on local carriers like FlixBus, or experience Germany's reliable rail network on a Deutsche Bahn train trip.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Cottbus?
Main departure station: Cottbus-Willmersdorf Nord
There is one train station in Cottbus.
All train stations in Cottbus:
Cottbus-Willmersdorf Nord
Where is the train station in Chemnitz?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Chemnitz has one train station.
All train stations in Chemnitz:
Train Station
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