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

The cheapest way to get from Paris to Potsdam is to bus which costs €75 - €140 and takes 14h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paris to Potsdam is to fly and train which takes 5h 49m and costs €85 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Paris and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Paris to Potsdam station. However, there are services departing from Porte Maillot - Palais des Congrès and arriving at Potsdam central train station via Paris and Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Paris and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct train from Paris to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Paris Est and arriving at Potsdam Hbf via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

How far is it from Paris to Potsdam?

The distance between Paris and Potsdam is 1192 km. The road distance is 1015.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Paris to Potsdam without a car is to train which takes 8h 36m and costs €210 - €650.

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

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Paris to Potsdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paris to Potsdam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paris to Potsdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Paris to Potsdam?

The best way to get from Paris to Potsdam is to train which takes 8h 36m and costs €210 - €650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €75 - €140 and takes 14h 57m.

Where does the Paris to Potsdam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paris to Potsdam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paris to Potsdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Potsdam is 1015 km. It takes approximately 9h 8m to drive from Paris to Potsdam.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Potsdam?

There are 1410+ hotels available in Potsdam.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Paris 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
best
1. Take the train from Paris Est to Berlin Hbftrain Ice
8h 36m
€217–631
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus N100
14h 57m
€79–136
Drive 1,015.3 km
1. Drive from Paris to Potsdamcar 1,015.3 km
9h 8m
€160–230
Fly Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane CDG - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 49m
€86–226
Train via S Spandau Bhf
1. Take the train from Paris Est to Berlin-Spandautrain Ice
2. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb21
8h 55m
€225–646
Train via Paris Gare Du Nord
1. Take the train from Paris Nord to S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhoftrain Drf
17h 41m
Fly Paris Orly Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane ORY - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 51m
€112–303
Train to Brussels Airport, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Paris Nord to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane BRU - BER
3. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain
6h 49m
€143–414
Fly Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport to Hannover Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)plane CDG - HAJ
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain
7h 53m
€186–441

Paris to Potsdam by train

7Weekly Trains

8h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,191.7 km
Duration: 8h 36m

What companies run services between Paris, France and Potsdam, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Paris Est to Berlin Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €210–650 and the journey takes 7h 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof once daily. Tickets cost €75–130 and the journey takes 12h 35m.

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