The average train between Gera and Potsdam takes 3h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Gera 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 Gera and Potsdam. The earliest departure is at 3:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Gera is at 10:19 PM which arrives into Potsdam at 2:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Leipzig Hbf and take an average of 3h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


3h 20m • 2 changes


3h 10m • 2 changes


3h 8m • 2 changes


3h 5m • 2 changes


3h 20m • 2 changes


3h 10m • 2 changes


3h 8m • 2 changes


3h 5m • 2 changes


3h 20m • 2 changes


3h 10m • 2 changes


3h 8m • 2 changes


3h 5m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Gera 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 Gera to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Gera station and arriving at Potsdam station via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.
Gera to Potsdam train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, depart from Gera Hbf station.
Gera to Potsdam train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, arrive at Berlin Hbf station.
Book your Gera to Potsdam train tickets online with Preßnitztalbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and ODEG.
The distance between Gera and Potsdam is 182 km. The road distance is 269 km.
You can take a train from Gera Hbf to Potsdam Hbf via Leipzig Hbf and Berlin Hbf in around 3h 39m.