The average train between Potsdam and Kiel takes 4h 19m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Potsdam to Kiel. 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 Kiel. The earliest departure is at 12:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Potsdam is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Kiel at 2:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Berlin Hbf and take an average of 4h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Potsdam to Kiel? 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 Kiel. However, there are services departing from Potsdam station and arriving at Kiel station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.
Potsdam to Kiel train services, operated by ODEG, depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Potsdam to Kiel train services, operated by ODEG, arrive at Kiel Hbf station.
Book your Potsdam to Kiel train tickets online with ODEG, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Potsdam and Kiel is 289 km. The road distance is 420 km.
You can take a train from Potsdam Hbf to Kiel Hbf via Berlin Hbf and Hamburg Hbf in around 4h 6m.