How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Cottbus?

The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Cottbus start at R 1 837. The average price for this route is around R 1 837. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Essen to Cottbus?

The average bus journey time from Essen to Cottbus is 12h 40m, covering a distance of 506 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Essen to Cottbus route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Cottbus?

The earliest bus departs from Essen to Cottbus at 16:15. And the latest bus departs at 16:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Cottbus?

A bus trip from Essen to Cottbus produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Essen to Cottbus from R 1 837 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Cottbus on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	13h 50m	04:55	Cottbus	No tags
Bus	20:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	16h 55m	13:00	Cottbus	No tags
Bus	16:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	12h 40m	04:55	Cottbus	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Cottbus

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Cottbus. The journey takes about 8 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 008, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

8h 4mAverage duration

506 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 837 - R 1 837	Average duration12h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 008 - R 3 531	Average duration8h 4m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Cottbus?

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Stops in Cottbus

A
Cottbus, Busbahnhof
Marienstraße 24, 03046 Cottbus, Germany
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 559 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11559 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 837

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Cottbus by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Cottbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Cottbus start at R 1 837. The average price for this route is around R 1 837. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Cottbus?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Cottbus is 12h 40m, covering a distance of 506 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Cottbus route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Cottbus?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Cottbus at 16:15. And the latest bus departs at 16:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Cottbus?
A bus trip from Essen to Cottbus produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.