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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Potsdam is to fly and train which costs €65 - €260 and takes 7h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Potsdam is to bus and fly and train which takes 7h 40m and costs €90 - €330.

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 40h 51m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Potsdam?

The distance between Istanbul and Potsdam is 1783 km. The road distance is 2121.9 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 25m and costs €170 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 40m 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 1:03 PM in Istanbul and 11:03 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 6m to drive from Istanbul to Potsdam.

Where can I stay near Potsdam?

There are 1333+ hotels available in Potsdam.

Istanbul to Potsdam - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and night train

There are 9 ways to get from Istanbul to Potsdam by bus, plane, train, 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.

Bus to Istanbul, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)IST - BER
3. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof
7h 40m
€94–322
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)SAW - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof
7h 46m
€66–256
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Munich
2. Take the train from München Hbf to S Wannsee Bhf29 / ...
29h 25m
€177–245
Night train, train via Munich
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Videle
2. Take the train from Videle to Budapest-KeletiIr
3. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Muenchen HbfRjx
4. Take the train from München Hbf to S Wannsee Bhf29 / ...
40h 51m
€264–372
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Videle
2. Take the night train from Videle to Wien Hbf
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Berlin HbfIce
41h 24m
€146–334
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)IST - LEJ
3. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Berlin Hbf
8h 49m
€152–418
Bus via Munich
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Munich
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof234 / ...
33h 50m
€110–176
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Pazardzhik Coach StationCitylines 19
2. Take the bus from Pazardzhik Bus Station to Berlin, Zentralen OmnibusbahnhofRacic Eurobus
37h 31m
€113–158
Drive 2,121.9 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Potsdam2,121.9 km
21h 6m
€297–429

Istanbul to Potsdam by bus, foot, and train

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29h 25mAverage Duration

€177Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,783.2 km
Duration: 7h 40m

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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