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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Budapest is to night train which costs 16 000 Ft - 23 000 Ft and takes 13h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Budapest is to train and fly which takes 5h 30m and costs 15 000 Ft - 65 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Budapest?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam to Budapest. However, there are services departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar via Berlin Airport BER. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Budapest?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Potsdam Hbf and arriving at Budapest-Nyugati pu via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 24m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Budapest?

The distance between Potsdam and Budapest is 752 km. The road distance is 866.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Budapest without a car is to train which takes 12h 24m and costs 18 000 Ft - 33 000 Ft.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Potsdam to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Budapest bus from?

Potsdam to Budapest bus services, operated by Günter Anger Güterverkehrs GmbH & Co. Omnibusvermietung KG, depart from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Budapest train from?

Potsdam to Budapest train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train or bus from Potsdam to Budapest?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Budapest is to train which takes 12h 24m and costs 18 000 Ft - 33 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 13m.

Where does the Potsdam to Budapest bus arrive?

Potsdam to Budapest bus services, operated by Günter Anger Güterverkehrs GmbH & Co. Omnibusvermietung KG, arrive at Flughafen BER station.

Where does the Potsdam to Budapest train arrive?

Potsdam to Budapest train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Budapest-Nyugati pu station.

Can I drive from Potsdam to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Budapest is 867 km. It takes approximately 8h 4m to drive from Potsdam to Budapest.

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

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Potsdam to Budapest - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

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There are 7 ways to get from Potsdam to Budapest by train, plane, bus, night train, or car

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Train, fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
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1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane BER - BUD
5h 30m
Ft 14,952–64,864
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Budapest-Nyugati putrain rj 175
12h 24m
Ft 18,073–32,456
Bus
1. Take the bus from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERbus Ber2
2. Take the bus from Berlin Airport BER to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus N260 / ...
13h 13m
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Berlin Hbf to Budapest-Nyugatinighttrain En
13h 54m
Ft 16,801–22,795
Train, fly to Vienna International Airport
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane BER - VIE
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain
7h 24m
Ft 32,652–119,564
Train via Szob
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Szobtrain 27
2. Take the train from Szob to Budapest-Nyugatitrain Re
12h 53m
Ft 51,901–130,295
Drive 866.9 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Budapestcar 866.9 km
8h 4m
Ft 49,550–71,571

Potsdam to Budapest by train

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Distance: 752.4 km
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Potsdam, Germany and Budapest, Hungary?

Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Budapest-Nyugati pu twice daily. Tickets cost Ft 17,000–31,000 and the journey takes 11h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar via Flughafen BER and Berlin Airport BER in around 13h 13m.

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