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

The cheapest way to get from Jena to Potsdam is to rideshare which costs €10 - €14 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jena to Potsdam is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Jena and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Jena station to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Jena bus station and arriving at S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via Flughafen BER. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Jena and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct train from Jena to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Jena Paradies and arriving at S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via Halle(Saale)Hbf and Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Jena to Potsdam?

The distance between Jena and Potsdam is 275 km. The road distance is 220.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Jena to Potsdam without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €35 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Jena to Potsdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jena to Potsdam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jena to Potsdam train from?

Jena to Potsdam train services, operated by Abellio GmbH, depart from Jena Paradies station.

Train or bus from Jena to Potsdam?

The best way to get from Jena to Potsdam is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €35 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Jena to Potsdam bus arrive?

Jena to Potsdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Berlin Airport BER station.

Where does the Jena to Potsdam train arrive?

Jena to Potsdam train services, operated by Abellio GmbH, arrive at Halle(Saale)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Jena to Potsdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Jena to Potsdam is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Jena to Potsdam.

Where can I stay near Potsdam?

There are 1325+ hotels available in Potsdam.

Can I share a ride from Jena to Potsdam?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Jena 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
best
1. Take the train from Jena Paradies to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 29 / ...
3. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain S7
3h 23m
€39–110
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Jena to Potsdamrideshare 221.1 km
2h 31m
€10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jena bus station to Berlin Airport BERbus 1389 / ...
2. Take the bus from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhofbus Ber2
4h 53m
Drive 220.4 km
1. Drive from Jena to Potsdamcar 220.4 km
2h 1m
€32–46
Train via Dessau
1. Take the train from Jena Paradies to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Dessau Hbftrain S8
3. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Potsdam, Rehbrücke Bhftrain Re7
5h 22m
€44–66

Jena to Potsdam by train

202Weekly Trains

3h 23mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 274.8 km
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a train from Jena Paradies to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via Halle(Saale)Hbf and Berlin Hbf in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jena bus station to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via Berlin Airport BER and Flughafen BER in around 4h 53m.

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