The average train between Potsdam and Detmold takes 5h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Potsdam to Detmold. 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 Potsdam and Detmold. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Potsdam is at 8:36 PM which arrives into Detmold at 8:20 AM. All services require a transfer at S Spandau Bhf and take an average of 5h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 44m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Potsdam to Detmold? 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 Potsdam to Detmold. However, there are services departing from Potsdam station and arriving at Detmold station via Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.
Potsdam to Detmold train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from S Spandau Bhf station.
Potsdam to Detmold train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Bielefeld Hbf station.
Book your Potsdam to Detmold train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Eurobahn.
The distance between Potsdam and Detmold is 290.4 km. The road distance is 411 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from S Spandau Bhf to Bielefeld Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €60–240 and the journey takes 2h 20m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 3 times a day.