The average train between Mainz and Potsdam takes 6h 3m and the fastest train takes 5h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Mainz 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 Mainz and Potsdam. The earliest departure is at 2:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 10:35 PM which arrives into Potsdam at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 6h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 53m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Mainz 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 Mainz to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt station and arriving at Berlin Hbf station via Berlin Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.
Mainz to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.
Mainz to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Berlin Hbf station.
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The distance between Mainz and Potsdam is 428 km. The road distance is 514 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Berlin Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €85–200 and the journey takes 4h 2m.