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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Budapest is to night train and train which costs 17 000 Ft - 34 000 Ft and takes 14h 50m.

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 34m and costs 16 000 Ft - 65 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Budapest?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam station to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 20m.

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 via Berlin Hbf and Decin Hlavni Nadrazi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 21m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Budapest?

The distance between Potsdam and Budapest is 752 km. The road distance is 866.8 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 bus which takes 13h 20m and costs 22 000 Ft - 42 000 Ft.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m 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 FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Budapest train from?

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

Train or bus from Potsdam to Budapest?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Budapest is to bus which takes 13h 20m and costs 22 000 Ft - 42 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 47 000 Ft - 95 000 Ft and takes 13h 21m.

Where does the Potsdam to Budapest bus arrive?

Potsdam to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where does the Potsdam to Budapest train arrive?

Potsdam to Budapest train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Děčín hlavní nádraží station.

Can I drive from Potsdam to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Budapest is 867 km. It takes approximately 8h 3m to drive from Potsdam to Budapest.

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

Book your Potsdam to Budapest bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 6636+ hotels available in Budapest.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Potsdam to Budapest by train, plane, bus, night train, train (Deutsche Bahn), 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, 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 34m
Ft 16,410–62,672
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus 260 / ...
13h 20m
Ft 22,685–41,178
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Děčín hlavní nádražítrain 27
2. Take the train from Decin Hlavni Nadrazi to Budapest-Nyugatitrain Rj
13h 21m
Ft 47,138–92,288
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Berlin Hbf to Sturovonighttrain En
2. Take the train from Sturovo to Budapest-Nyugatitrain Rj
14h 50m
Ft 17,591–33,363
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 54m
Ft 32,800–112,422
Train via Prague
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Praha Hlavní nádražítrain
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Budapest-Delitrain Ic
14h 43m
Ft 41,180–88,343
Drive 866.8 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Budapestcar 866.8 km
8h 3m
Ft 51,210–73,970

Potsdam to Budapest by bus

7Weekly Buses

13h 20mAverage Duration

Ft 22,685Cheapest Price

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Distance: 752.4 km
Duration: 5h 34m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar every 4 hours. Tickets cost Ft 22,000–40,000 and the journey takes 12h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Potsdam Hbf to Budapest-Nyugati via Berlin Hbf and Decin Hlavni Nadrazi in around 13h 21m.

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