The average train between Detmold and Potsdam takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Detmold to Potsdam. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Detmold and Potsdam. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Detmold is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Potsdam at 3:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Bielefeld Hbf and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Detmold to Potsdam? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Detmold to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Detmold station and arriving at Potsdam station via S Spandau Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Detmold to Potsdam train services, operated by Eurobahn, depart from Bielefeld Hbf station.
Detmold to Potsdam train services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at S Spandau Bhf station.
The distance between Detmold and Potsdam is 290.4 km. The road distance is 411 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bielefeld Hbf to S Spandau Bhf hourly. Tickets cost €65–160 and the journey takes 2h 17m.