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 €50 - €100 and takes 14h 5m.

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 46m and costs €50 - €180.

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 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arriving at Potsdam central train station via Magdeburg central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 5m.

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 l'Est and arriving at S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof 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 1124 km. The road distance is 1008.8 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 €85 - €190.

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, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) 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 l'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 €85 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €100 and takes 14h 5m.

Where does the Paris to Potsdam bus arrive?

Paris to Potsdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Magdeburg central bus 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 1009 km. It takes approximately 9h 5m to drive from Paris to Potsdam.

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

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

Where can I stay near Potsdam?

There are 1350+ 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, plane, or train (Eurostar)

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 l'Est to Berlin Hbftrain 82
8h 36m
€88–190
Train via Brussels
cheapest
1. Take the train from Paris Nord to Brussel-Zuidtrain Eurostar
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid to Berlin Hbftrain European Sleeper
14h 10m
€48–274
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Magdeburg central bus stationbus N300
2. Take the bus from Magdeburg central bus station to Potsdam central train stationbus N1325
14h 5m
€51–97
Drive 1,008.8 km
1. Drive from Paris to Potsdamcar 1,008.8 km
9h 5m
€153–220
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 54m
€62–187
Train via Potsdam Hbf
1. Take the train from Paris Est to Berlin Hbftrain Ice
8h 42m
€87–170
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 46m
€54–179
Train to Brussels Airport, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Paris Nord to Brussel-Zuidtrain
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
7h 6m
€106–386
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 Spandau Bhftrain
7h 3m
€145–473

Paris to Potsdam by train

3Weekly Trains

8h 36mAverage Duration

€88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,124.2 km
Duration: 8h 36m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Paris l'Est to Berlin Hbf 3 times a week. Tickets cost €85–170 and the journey takes 7h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Potsdam central train station via Magdeburg central bus station in around 14h 5m.

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