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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Potsdam is to bus which costs €110 - €160 and takes 37h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Potsdam is to fly and train which takes 7h 22m and costs €90 - €390.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Potsdam station. However, there are services departing from Istanbul and arriving at Potsdam central train station via Munich central bus station and Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Potsdam Hbf via Halkali, Videle, Budapest-Keleti, München Hbf and Berlin-Wannsee. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 54m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Potsdam?

The distance between Istanbul and Potsdam is 1780 km. The road distance is 2121.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Potsdam without a car is to bus and train which takes 29h 23m and costs €170 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Istanbul to Potsdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Potsdam bus from?

Istanbul to Potsdam bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, depart from Istanbul station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Potsdam train from?

Istanbul to Potsdam train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.

Where does the Istanbul to Potsdam bus arrive?

Istanbul to Potsdam bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, arrive at Munich station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Potsdam?

Potsdam is 2h behind Istanbul. It is currently 2:00 AM in Istanbul and 12:00 AM in Potsdam.

Where does the Istanbul to Potsdam train arrive?

Istanbul to Potsdam train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Videle station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Potsdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Potsdam is 2122 km. It takes approximately 21h 14m to drive from Istanbul to Potsdam.

Where can I stay near Potsdam?

There are 1322+ hotels available in Potsdam.

Istanbul to Potsdam - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 10 ways to get from Istanbul to Potsdam by plane, train, bus, night train, 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.

Fly Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane IST - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain
7h 22m
€95–383
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane SAW - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain
7h 47m
€66–336
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Munichbus
2. Take the train from München Hbf to S Wannsee Bhftrain 29 / ...
29h 23m
€177–246
Night train, train via Munich
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Videlenighttrain
2. Take the train from Videle to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
3. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10train Rjx
4. Take the train from München Hbf to S Wannsee Bhftrain 29 / ...
39h 54m
€200–258
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Bucharestnighttrain
2. Take the night train from Bucuresti Nord to Wien Hbfnighttrain
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain Ice
39h 12m
€152–355
Fly Istanbul to Leipzig-Halle Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane IST - LEJ
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain
8h 37m
€153–387
Fly Istanbul to Hannover Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)plane IST - HAJ
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to S Spandau Bhftrain
9h 2m
€157–528
Bus via Munich
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Munichbus
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus 234 / ...
33h 50m
€109–182
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Pazardzhik Coach Stationbus Citylines 19
2. Take the bus from Pazardzhik Bus Station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus Racic Eurobus
37h 31m
€113–158
Drive 2,121.8 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Potsdamcar 2,121.8 km
21h 14m
€302–436

Istanbul to Potsdam by bus, foot, and train

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29h 23mAverage Duration

€177Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,780.3 km
Duration: 7h 22m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Potsdam, Germany?

You can take a bus from Istanbul to Potsdam central train station via Munich central bus station and Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof in around 33h 50m.

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