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Trip Overview

The train between Potsdam and Essen takes 4h 55m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Potsdam to Essen. 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 55m
Duration
499 km
Distance
€110
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Potsdam to Essen train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Potsdam and Essen. The earliest departure is at 12:19 AM at night, and the last departure from Potsdam is at 12:19 AM which arrives into Essen at 5:14 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 498.7 km
  • Duration: 4h 55m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €90–270 and the journey takes 4h 38m.

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