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

The cheapest way to get from Gera to Potsdam is to bus which costs €19 - €45 and takes 5h 5m.

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 €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Gera and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Gera station to Potsdam station. However, there are services departing from Gera central train station and arriving at Potsdam central train station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

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 32m.

How far is it from Gera to Potsdam?

The distance between Gera and Potsdam is 269 km. The road distance is 213.2 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 which takes 3h 32m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m 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 which takes 3h 32m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €45 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Gera to Potsdam bus arrive?

Gera to Potsdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof 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 bus ticket from Gera to Potsdam?

Book your Gera to Potsdam bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Potsdam?

There are 1339+ hotels available in Potsdam.

Gera to Potsdam - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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
best
1. Take the train from Gera Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain Rb / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 28 / ...
3h 32m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gera central train station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus 052
5h 5m
€19–43
Drive 213.2 km
1. Drive from Gera to Potsdamcar 213.2 km
1h 59m
€30–43
Train via Dessau
1. Take the train from Gera Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain Rb / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dessau Hbftrain S2
3. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Michendorf, Bahnhoftrain Re7
4h 26m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 268.9 km
Duration: 3h 32m

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 32m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Gera central train station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof 3 times a week. Tickets cost €14–40 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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