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

The cheapest way to get from Hanau to Potsdam is to drive which costs €65 - €100 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hanau to Potsdam is to fly and train which takes 4h 21m and costs €80 - €230.

Is there a direct train between Hanau and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct train from Hanau to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Hanau Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Potsdam Hbf via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Hanau to Potsdam?

The distance between Hanau and Potsdam is 574 km. The road distance is 465.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Hanau to Potsdam without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €50 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Hanau to Potsdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hanau to Potsdam train from?

Hanau to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hanau Hauptbahnhof station.

Where does the Hanau to Potsdam train arrive?

Hanau to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Hanau to Potsdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanau to Potsdam is 465 km. It takes approximately 5h 9m to drive from Hanau to Potsdam.

Where can I stay near Potsdam?

There are 1322+ hotels available in Potsdam.

Hanau to Potsdam - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Hanau to Potsdam by 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
best
1. Take the train from Hanau Hauptbahnhof to S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhoftrain 12
4h 43m
€50–144
Drive 465.2 km
1. Drive from Hanau to Potsdamcar 465.2 km
5h 9m
€66–96
Fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane FRA - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 21m
€80–229
Fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane FRA - LEJ
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Potsdam Hbftrain
5h 26m
€117–245

Hanau to Potsdam by train

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4h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 573.8 km
Duration: 4h 43m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hanau Hauptbahnhof to S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof every 3 hours. Tickets cost €45–140 and the journey takes 3h 59m.

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