How to get from Erkner to Cottbus by train?

From Erkner to Cottbus by train

To get from Erkner to Cottbus in Berlin - Brandenburg, take the S3 train from S Erkner Bhf station to S Ostkreuz Bhf station. Next, take the RE2 train from S Ostkreuz Bhf station to Cottbus Hauptbahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 50 min. The train schedule from Erkner may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Cottbus on the Moovit app.

110min
Train - S3
S3
Train - RE2
RE2
Leaves from S Erkner Bhf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Erkner
  • 2
    Train - S3S3
    Wait for train
    S3
    S Ostbahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    S Ostkreuz Bhf
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    S Ostkreuz Bhf
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - RE2RE2
    Wait for train
    RE2
    Cottbus Hauptbahnhof
  • 6
    Ride to train station Cottbus Hauptbahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Cottbus Hauptbahnhof
    73 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Erkner to Cottbus by train via RE1 and RE2

To get from Erkner to Cottbus in Berlin - Brandenburg, take the RE1 train from S Erkner Bhf station to S Ostkreuz Bhf station. Next, take the RE2 train from S Ostkreuz Bhf station to Cottbus Hauptbahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 5 min. The train schedule from Erkner may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Cottbus on the Moovit app.

125min
Train - RE1
RE1
Train - RE2
RE2
Leaves from S Erkner Bhf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Erkner
  • 2
    Train - RE1RE1
    Wait for train
    RE1
    Brandenburg Hauptbahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    S Ostkreuz Bhf
    15 min
  • 4
    Train - RE2RE2
    Wait for train
    RE2
    Cottbus Hauptbahnhof
  • 5
    Ride to train station Cottbus Hauptbahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Cottbus Hauptbahnhof
    73 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Erkner to Cottbus

The distance between Erkner, Berlin - Brandenburg and Cottbus, Berlin - Brandenburg is approximately 136.44 km, which can typically be travelled in 110 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Erkner to Cottbus by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Berlin - Brandenburg – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Erkner to Cottbus

To check the train schedule from Erkner to Cottbus using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Erkner) and destination (Cottbus), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Erkner to Cottbus by train via RE1 and RE2

To get from Erkner to Cottbus in Berlin - Brandenburg, take the RE1 train from S Erkner Bhf station to S Ostkreuz Bhf station. Next, take the RE2 train from S Ostkreuz Bhf station to Cottbus Hauptbahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 5 min. The train schedule from Erkner may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Cottbus on the Moovit app.

125min
Train - RE1
RE1
Train - RE2
RE2
Leaves from S Erkner Bhf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Erkner
  • 2
    Train - RE1RE1
    Wait for train
    RE1
    Brandenburg Hauptbahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    S Ostkreuz Bhf
    15 min
  • 4
    Train - RE2RE2
    Wait for train
    RE2
    Cottbus Hauptbahnhof
  • 5
    Ride to train station Cottbus Hauptbahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Cottbus Hauptbahnhof
    73 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Erkner to Cottbus?

    The fastest way takes 110 minutes, using Train line S3, Train line RE2.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Erkner to Cottbus?

    The alternative route takes 125 minutes, using Train line RE1, Train line RE2.

  • Is there a direct train between Erkner and Cottbus in Berlin - Brandenburg?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 50 min.

  • Which train line goes from Erkner to Cottbus in Berlin - Brandenburg?

    The S3 train line goes from S Ostkreuz Bhf station near Erkner to Cottbus Hauptbahnhof station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Cottbus Hauptbahnhof station near Cottbus in Berlin - Brandenburg.

  • How long does it take to travel from Erkner to Cottbus in Berlin - Brandenburg by train?

    The total travel time between Erkner and Cottbus in Berlin - Brandenburg by train is about 1 hr 50 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Erkner to get to Cottbus in Berlin - Brandenburg?

    Get on the S3 train from the S Ostkreuz Bhf station near Erkner in Berlin - Brandenburg.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Erkner and Cottbus in Berlin - Brandenburg?

    Get off the train at the Cottbus Hauptbahnhof station, which is closest to Cottbus in Berlin - Brandenburg.

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