SNCF First Class seats from Paris on sale from just £57! Book now

Business

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

Popular in Dresden Hbf

Let's do this trip right

What customers say about Trainline

Read real reviews from real users

How to travel from Cottbus to Dresden Hbf by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Cottbus to Dresden Hbf? Look no further.

There are around 29 trains per day running between Cottbus and Dresden Hbf, which usually take 2 hours to complete the 55 miles (89 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 24 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Dresden Hbf from Cottbus, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way.

You can save money on train tickets from Cottbus to Dresden Hbf if you book in advance. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for timetables (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Cottbus to Dresden Hbf by train

First train

04:14

Last train

22:05

Departure station

Cottbus

Arrival station

Dresden Hbf

Journey time

From 1h 24m

Distance

55 miles (89 km)

Frequency

29 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train and bus operators

Flixbus

FAQs about the train journey from Cottbus to Dresden Hbf

Want to know more about your journey from Cottbus to Dresden Hbf? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you travel to Dresden Hbf from Cottbus?

To get to Dresden Hbf from Cottbus, why not take the train? With 29 trains per day and an average journey time of 2 hours and 0 minutes, taking the train is a great way to travel. See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

How long does it take to get from Cottbus to Dresden Hbf by train?

On average, it takes around 2 hours and 0 minutes to travel from Cottbus to Dresden Hbf by train, although you can get there in 1 hour and 24 minutes on the fastest services. With 29 trains per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

How fast can trains travel from Cottbus to Dresden Hbf?

The fastest time a train can travel the 55 miles (89 km) from Cottbus to Dresden Hbf is 1 hour and 24 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Cottbus to Dresden Hbf?

There are no direct trains that run between Cottbus and Dresden Hbf. You’ll need to make at least 1 change along the way.

Cottbus to Dresden Hbf train times

Check out the next trains departing from Cottbus to Dresden Hbf for Tuesday 6th May 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
10:0311:271h 24m, 1 change
10:1412:061h 52m, 2 changes
11:1813:081h 50m, 1 change
12:0313:271h 24m, 1 change
12:1414:061h 52m, 2 changes
13:1615:081h 52m, 1 change
14:0315:271h 24m, 1 change
14:1416:061h 52m, 2 changes
15:1617:081h 52m, 1 change
16:0317:271h 24m, 1 change

Cheap train tickets from Cottbus to Dresden Hbf

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Cottbus to Dresden Hbf by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.