What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Potsdam?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Potsdam is to fly and train which costs €50 - €170 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Potsdam?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Potsdam is to fly and train which takes 5h 15m and costs €50 - €170.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Potsdam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof. Services depart twice a week, and operate Thursday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 9h 53m.

How far is it from Basel to Potsdam?

The distance between Basel and Potsdam is 893 km. The road distance is 814.7 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Potsdam without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Potsdam without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 8h 15m and costs €60 - €230.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Potsdam?

It takes approximately 8h 15m to get from Basel to Potsdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Potsdam train from?

Basel to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel Bad Bf station.

Where does the Basel to Potsdam train arrive?

Basel to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Basel to Potsdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Potsdam is 815 km. It takes approximately 7h 17m to drive from Basel to Potsdam.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Potsdam?

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Where can I stay near Potsdam?

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Basel to Potsdam - 7 ways to travel via train, night train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Basel to Potsdam by train, night train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Frankfurt20 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Berlin Hbf11 / ...
8h 15m
€62–224
Fly from Basel, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)BSL - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof
5h 15m
€54–170
Night train
1. Take the night train from Basel Sbb to Berlin HbfNj
10h 45m
€71–275
Drive 814.7 km
1. Drive from Basel to Potsdam814.7 km
7h 17m
€140–202
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof43
9h 53m
€150–170
Train to Zurich Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)ZRH - BER
3. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof
6h 25m
€70–196
Train, train to Stuttgart Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
3. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)STR - BER
4. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof
7h 6m
€112–318

Basel to Potsdam by train

132Weekly Trains

8h 15mAverage Duration

€62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 892.9 km
Duration: 8h 15m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Potsdam, Germany?

You can take a train from Basel Bad Bf to Potsdam Hbf via Frankfurt and Berlin Hbf in around 8h 15m.

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