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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Potsdam is to rideshare which costs €7 - €9 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Potsdam is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Leipzig station to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Leipzig central train station and arriving at S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via Flughafen BER. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Potsdam Hbf via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Potsdam?

The distance between Leipzig and Potsdam is 195 km. The road distance is 155.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Potsdam without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs €30 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Leipzig to Potsdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Potsdam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Potsdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Leipzig to Potsdam?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Potsdam is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs €30 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Leipzig to Potsdam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leipzig to Potsdam train arrive?

Leipzig to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Berlin Hbf station.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Potsdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Potsdam is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Leipzig to Potsdam.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Potsdam?

There are 1250+ hotels available in Potsdam.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Potsdam?

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

Leipzig to Potsdam - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Leipzig 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 Leipzig Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Potsdam Hbftrain Re
1h 53m
€33–109
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Potsdamrideshare 155.7 km
2h 12m
€7–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Berlin Airport BERbus 065 / ...
2. Take the bus from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhofbus Ber2
3h 58m
Drive 155.6 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Potsdamcar 155.6 km
1h 29m
€23–33
Train via Leipzig Hbf
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Potsdam Hbftrain Re
1h 55m
€33–109
Train via Dessau
1. Take the train from Leipzig Markt to Dessau Hbftrain S2
2. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Potsdam, Rehbrücke Bhftrain Re7
3h 16m
€29–42

Leipzig to Potsdam by train

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1h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 195.2 km
Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Potsdam Hbf via Berlin Hbf in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leipzig central train station to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via Berlin Airport BER and Flughafen BER in around 3h 58m.

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