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Essen to Potsdam trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Potsdam takes 4h 44m and the fastest train takes 4h 42m. There is at least one train per day from Essen 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.

4h 44m
Duration
499 km
Distance
€110
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Essen to Potsdam train times

Trains run once daily between Essen and Potsdam. The earliest departure is at 12:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 12:22 AM which arrives into Potsdam at 5:04 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 498.6 km
  • Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Potsdam, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €90–270 and the journey takes 4h 39m.

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