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

The cheapest way to get from Magdeburg to Potsdam is to rideshare which costs €5 - €10 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Magdeburg to Potsdam is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs €12 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Magdeburg and Potsdam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Magdeburg central bus station station and arriving at Potsdam central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Magdeburg and Potsdam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Magdeburg Hbf and arriving at Potsdam Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Magdeburg to Potsdam?

The distance between Magdeburg and Potsdam is 115 km. The road distance is 117.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Magdeburg to Potsdam without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs €12 - €40.

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

The train from Magdeburg Hbf to Potsdam Hbf takes 1h 17m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Magdeburg to Potsdam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Magdeburg to Potsdam train from?

Magdeburg to Potsdam train services, operated by ODEG, depart from Magdeburg Hbf station.

Train or bus from Magdeburg to Potsdam?

The best way to get from Magdeburg to Potsdam is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs €12 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €14 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Magdeburg to Potsdam bus arrive?

Magdeburg to Potsdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Potsdam central train station.

Where does the Magdeburg to Potsdam train arrive?

Magdeburg to Potsdam train services, operated by ODEG, arrive at Potsdam Hbf station.

Can I drive from Magdeburg to Potsdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Magdeburg to Potsdam is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Magdeburg to Potsdam.

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

Book your Magdeburg to Potsdam train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Potsdam?

There are 1336+ hotels available in Potsdam.

Can I share a ride from Magdeburg to Potsdam?

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

Magdeburg to Potsdam - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Magdeburg to Potsdam by train, bus, rideshare, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Potsdam Hbftrain Re
1h 17m
€12–40
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Magdeburg to Potsdamrideshare 117.3 km
1h 36m
€5–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Magdeburg central bus station to Potsdam central train stationbus N1325
1h 35m
€8–14
Drive 117.6 km
1. Drive from Magdeburg to Potsdamcar 117.6 km
1h 19m
€17–24

Magdeburg to Potsdam by train

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Distance: 115.3 km
Duration: 1h 17m

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

ODEG operates a train from Magdeburg Hbf to Potsdam Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Magdeburg central bus station to Potsdam central train station once daily. Tickets cost €8–14 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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