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

The cheapest way to get from Hanover to Potsdam is to rideshare which costs €10 - €15 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hanover to Potsdam is to train via Berlin-Charlottenburg which takes 2h 3m and costs €30 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Hanover and Potsdam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hanover central bus station station and arriving at Potsdam central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Hanover and Potsdam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hannover Hauptbahnhof and arriving at S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Hanover to Potsdam?

The distance between Hanover and Potsdam is 272 km. The road distance is 248.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Hanover to Potsdam without a car is to train via Berlin-Charlottenburg which takes 2h 3m and costs €30 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Hanover to Potsdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hanover to Potsdam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hanover to Potsdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Hanover to Potsdam?

The best way to get from Hanover to Potsdam is to train via Berlin-Charlottenburg which takes 2h 3m and costs €30 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus via Berlin-Wannsee, which costs €15 - €60 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Hanover to Potsdam bus arrive?

Hanover to Potsdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Potsdam central train station.

Where does the Hanover to Potsdam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hanover to Potsdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanover to Potsdam is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Hanover to Potsdam.

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

Book your Hanover to Potsdam train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Hanover to Potsdam?

Book your Hanover to Potsdam bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Potsdam?

There are 1322+ hotels available in Potsdam.

Can I share a ride from Hanover to Potsdam?

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

Hanover to Potsdam - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 7 ways to get from Hanover to Potsdam by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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-Charlottenburg
best
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to S Spandau Bhftrain 19 / ...
2h 3m
€32–146
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Hanover to Potsdamrideshare 248.7 km
2h 54m
€10–15
Bus via Berlin-Wannsee
1. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Berlin Wannseebus N1361
3h 10m
€15–59
Drive 248.7 km
1. Drive from Hanover to Potsdamcar 248.7 km
2h 21m
€36–51
Train
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain 10 / ...
2h 22m
€40–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Potsdam central train stationbus N1325
4h 5m
€24–35
Train via Burg bei Magdeburg
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Burg(Magdeburg)train
3. Take the train from Burg(Magdeburg) to Potsdam Hbftrain Re
4h 21m
€37–62

Hanover to Potsdam by train

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2h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 272.4 km
Duration: 2h 3m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to S Spandau Bhf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €28–70 and the journey takes 1h 22m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hanover central bus station to Berlin Wannsee once daily. Tickets cost €14–40 and the journey takes 3h.

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