The average train between Potsdam and Detmold takes 4h 45m and the fastest train takes 3h 48m. The train service runs several times per day 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 every 3 hours between Potsdam and Detmold. The earliest departure is at 12:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Potsdam is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Detmold at 8:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Berlin Hbf and take an average of 4h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want 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 4h 45m.
Potsdam to Detmold train services, operated by ODEG, depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Potsdam to Detmold train services, operated by ODEG, arrive at Bielefeld Hbf station.
The distance between Potsdam and Detmold is 290.4 km. The road distance is 420 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €65–160 and the journey takes 2h 27m.