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

The cheapest way to get from Gotha to Potsdam is to rideshare which costs €12 - €14 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gotha to Potsdam is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs €21 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Gotha and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct train from Gotha to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Gotha and arriving at S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via Erfurt Hbf and Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Gotha to Potsdam?

The distance between Gotha and Potsdam is 311 km. The road distance is 282.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Gotha to Potsdam without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs €21 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Gotha to Potsdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gotha to Potsdam train from?

Gotha to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Erfurt Hbf station.

Where does the Gotha to Potsdam train arrive?

Gotha to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Berlin Hbf station.

Can I drive from Gotha to Potsdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Gotha to Potsdam is 282 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Gotha to Potsdam.

Where can I stay near Potsdam?

There are 1337+ hotels available in Potsdam.

Can I share a ride from Gotha to Potsdam?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Gotha and Potsdam. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Gotha to Potsdam by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Erfurt Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain S7
2h 46m
€22–113
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Gotha to Potsdamrideshare 282.9 km
3h 9m
€12–14
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 50 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Berlin Wannseebus 025
4h 33m
€30–99
Train via Magdeburg
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Magdeburg Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Werder(Havel)train Re
6h 23m
Drive 282.3 km
1. Drive from Gotha to Potsdamcar 282.3 km
2h 49m
€40–58

Gotha to Potsdam by train

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2h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 310.9 km
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Gotha, Thuringia, Germany and Potsdam, Germany?

You can take a train from Gotha to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via Erfurt Hbf and Berlin Hbf in around 2h 46m.

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