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Trip Summary
81 trains operate daily from Westerstede to Cottbus. The train trip from Westerstede to Cottbus is usually about 7 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 53 minutes.
Distance | 289 mi (464 km) |
Fastest train | 6h 0m |
Lowest price | $50.25 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Westerstede to Cottbus?
2 train services operate from Westerstede to Cottbus. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 77 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity | 4 | 6h 25m | $94.89 |
Deutsche Bahn | 77 | 6h 38m | $83.25 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Westerstede and Cottbus is approximately 289 miles, or 464 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 53 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 Westerstede to Cottbus on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Westerstede at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 81 scheduled trains on most days. 2 of these are direct connections to Cottbus. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Cottbus to Westerstede.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Westerstede?
Main departure station: Westerstede-Ocholt
There is one train station in Westerstede.
All train stations in Westerstede:
Westerstede-Ocholt
Where is the train station in Cottbus?
Main arrival station: Train Station
There are more train stations and stops in Cottbus than most cities. Most trains from Westerstede will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Cottbus:
All train stations in Cottbus:
Train Station
Cottbus-Merzdorf
Cottbus-Sandow
Cottbus-Willmersdorf Nord
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