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

The cheapest way to get from Hildesheim to Potsdam is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hildesheim to Potsdam is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Hildesheim and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct train from Hildesheim to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Potsdam Hbf via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Hildesheim to Potsdam?

The distance between Hildesheim and Potsdam is 282 km. The road distance is 244.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Hildesheim to Potsdam without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €27 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Hildesheim to Potsdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hildesheim to Potsdam train from?

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

Where does the Hildesheim to Potsdam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hildesheim to Potsdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Hildesheim to Potsdam is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Hildesheim to Potsdam.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Hildesheim 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 Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof to S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2h 38m
€27–88
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof to Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brunswick central station to Potsdam central train stationbus N1325
4h 13m
€24–54
Drive 244.1 km
1. Drive from Hildesheim to Potsdamcar 244.1 km
2h 20m
€34–49
Train via Magdeburg
1. Take the train from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof to Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Magdeburg Hbftrain 55 / ...
3. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Potsdam Hbftrain Re
3h 14m
€28–98
Train via Goslar
1. Take the train from Hildesheim Ost to Goslartrain Re
2. Take the train from Goslar to Potsdam Hbftrain Re
4h 53m

Hildesheim to Potsdam by train

112Weekly Trains

2h 38mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Hildesheim to Potsdam.

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Distance: 281.6 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof to S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €25–85 and the journey takes 1h 53m.

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