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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Potsdam is to bus which costs €40 - €75 and takes 10h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linz to Potsdam is to drive which takes 6h 1m and costs €95 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Linz and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Linz to Potsdam station. However, there are services departing from Linz Industriezeile and arriving at Potsdam central train station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct train from Linz to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Linz Hbf and arriving at Potsdam Hbf via Nürnberg Hbf and Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Linz to Potsdam?

The distance between Linz and Potsdam is 794 km. The road distance is 579.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Linz to Potsdam without a car is to train via Nuremberg which takes 6h 50m and costs €140 - €420.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Linz to Potsdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz to Potsdam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Linz to Potsdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Linz to Potsdam?

The best way to get from Linz to Potsdam is to train via Nuremberg which takes 6h 50m and costs €140 - €420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Linz to Potsdam bus arrive?

Linz to Potsdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Linz to Potsdam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Linz to Potsdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Potsdam is 579 km. It takes approximately 6h 1m to drive from Linz to Potsdam.

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

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

Book your Linz to Potsdam bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Potsdam?

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Linz to Potsdam - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Linz to Potsdam by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Nuremberg
best
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Nuernberg Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 29 / ...
6h 50m
€141–413
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus N160
10h 20m
€43–72
Drive 579.5 km
1. Drive from Linz to Potsdamcar 579.5 km
6h 1m
€96–139
Fly from Linz Airport, train
1. Fly from Linz Airport (LNZ) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane LNZ - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain
7h 52m
€155–350
Train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain Ice
7h 13m
€151–436
Train to Munich International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Muenchen Osttrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane MUC - BER
3. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain
6h 56m
€118–331
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wientrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane VIE - BER
3. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain
6h 25m
€100–235
Train to Salzburg Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Salzburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane SZG - BER
3. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain
6h 17m
€107–353
Train to Graz Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Graz Hbftrain
2. Fly from Graz Airport (GRZ) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane GRZ - BER
3. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain
8h 34m
€136–378

Linz to Potsdam by train

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6h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 794.4 km
Duration: 6h 50m

What companies run services between Linz, Austria and Potsdam, Germany?

You can take a train from Linz Hbf to Potsdam Hbf via Nuernberg Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Berlin Hbf in around 6h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Linz Industriezeile to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof once daily. Tickets cost €40–70 and the journey takes 9h.

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