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

The cheapest way to get from Gera to Potsdam is to drive which costs €35 - €60 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gera to Potsdam is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Gera and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Gera station to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Gera central train station and arriving at S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via Dresden central station and Flughafen BER. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Gera and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct train from Gera to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Gera Hbf and arriving at Potsdam Hbf via Leipzig Hbf and Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Gera to Potsdam?

The distance between Gera and Potsdam is 269 km. The road distance is 212.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Gera to Potsdam without a car is to train via Berlin Hbf which takes 3h 29m and costs €240 - €320.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Gera to Potsdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gera to Potsdam bus from?

Gera to Potsdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gera central train station.

Where do I catch the Gera to Potsdam train from?

Gera to Potsdam train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, depart from Gera Hbf station.

Train or bus from Gera to Potsdam?

The best way to get from Gera to Potsdam is to train via Berlin Hbf which takes 3h 29m and costs €240 - €320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Gera to Potsdam bus arrive?

Gera to Potsdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dresden central station.

Where does the Gera to Potsdam train arrive?

Gera to Potsdam train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Gera to Potsdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Gera to Potsdam is 213 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Gera to Potsdam.

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

Book your Gera to Potsdam train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Potsdam?

There are 1408+ hotels available in Potsdam.

Gera to Potsdam - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Gera to Potsdam by train, bus, or car

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 Berlin Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Gera Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain Rb / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 28 / ...
3h 29m
€245–312
Drive 212.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gera to Potsdamcar 212.8 km
1h 59m
€40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gera central train station to Dresden central stationbus 082 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Berlin Airport BERbus 070 / ...
3. Take the bus from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhofbus
6h 33m
Train
1. Take the train from Gera Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain Rb / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain 57
4h 14m
€265–328
Train via Roßlau
1. Take the train from Gera Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain Rb / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Roßlau(Elbe)train
3. Take the train from Roßlau(Elbe) to Potsdam, Rehbrücke Bhftrain Re7
4h 53m
€246–272

Gera to Potsdam by train

171Weekly Trains

3h 29mAverage Duration

€245Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Launch map view

Distance: 268.8 km
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Gera Hbf to Potsdam Hbf via Leipzig Hbf and Berlin Hbf in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gera central train station to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via Dresden central station, Berlin Airport BER, and Flughafen BER in around 6h 33m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.