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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Detmold is to bus which costs €28 - €40 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Detmold is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Detmold?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam station to Detmold. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Detmold, Klinikum via Magdeburg central bus station, Bad Salzuflen, ZOB and Lemgo, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Detmold?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Detmold. However, there are services departing from Potsdam Hbf and arriving at Detmold, Bahnhof via Berlin Hbf and Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Detmold?

The distance between Potsdam and Detmold is 420 km. The road distance is 344.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Detmold without a car is to train via Berlin Hbf which takes 4h 38m and costs €45 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Potsdam to Detmold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Detmold bus from?

Potsdam to Detmold bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Potsdam central train station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Detmold train from?

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

Train or bus from Potsdam to Detmold?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Detmold is to train via Berlin Hbf which takes 4h 38m and costs €45 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €40 and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Potsdam to Detmold bus arrive?

Potsdam to Detmold bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Magdeburg central bus station.

Where does the Potsdam to Detmold train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Potsdam to Detmold?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Detmold is 345 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Potsdam to Detmold.

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

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Potsdam to Detmold - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Potsdam to Detmold by train, bus, or car

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Train via Berlin Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Bielefeld Hbftrain 19 / ...
4h 38m
€47–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Potsdam central train station to Magdeburg central bus stationbus N1325
2. Take the bus from Magdeburg central bus station to Bad Salzuflen central bus stationbus N1338
7h 18m
€28–40
Drive 344.6 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Detmoldcar 344.6 km
3h 22m
€48–69
Train
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Bielefeld Hbftrain 10
5h
€72–82
Train via Braunschweig
1. Take the train from Potsdam Hbf to Burg(Magdeburg)train Re
2. Take the train from Burg(Magdeburg) to Weddel, Bahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Weddel(Braunschw) to Hildesheim Hbftrain Re
4. Take the train from Hildesheim Hbf to Herfordtrain Rb
7h 33m

Potsdam to Detmold by train

103Weekly Trains

4h 38mAverage Duration

€47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 419.7 km
Duration: 4h 38m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €35–80 and the journey takes 2h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Potsdam central train station to Detmold, Klinikum via Magdeburg central bus station, Bad Salzuflen, ZOB, and Lemgo, Bahnhof in around 7h 18m.

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