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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €15 - €35 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 3h 29m and costs €75 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Masurenallee - Berlin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Cologne?

The distance between Potsdam and Cologne is 554 km. The road distance is 534.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs €100 - €370.

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

The train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf takes 5h 11m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Cologne bus from?

Potsdam to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Masurenallee - Berlin station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Cologne train from?

Potsdam to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Potsdam to Cologne?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Cologne is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs €100 - €370. Alternatively, you can bus via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof, which costs and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Potsdam to Cologne bus arrive?

Potsdam to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where does the Potsdam to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Potsdam to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Cologne is 535 km. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Potsdam to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Can I share a ride from Potsdam to Cologne?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 10
5h 11m
€100–370
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Potsdam to Colognerideshare 534.3 km
5h 40m
€15–35
Bus via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof
1. Take the bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
7h 12m
Drive 534.9 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Colognecar 534.9 km
4h 37m
€77–112
Train, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BER - CGN
3h 29m
€77–234
Train via S Spandau Bhf
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to S Spandau Bhftrain Rb21
2. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
5h 41m
€108–362
Train via Magdeburg
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Magdeburg Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
6h 7m
€92–365
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin Wannsee to Leverkusenbus N1327
10h 41m
€50–88
Train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BER - DUS
3h 57m
€100–273
Train, fly to Frankfurt
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BER - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 17m
€115–304

Potsdam to Cologne by train

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Distance: 553.8 km
Duration: 5h 11m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €100–370 and the journey takes 5h 11m. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis once daily, and the journey takes 5h 52m.

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