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 €45 - €80 and takes 7h 28m.

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 20m and costs €50 - €75.

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 Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof via Hannover Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

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 S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Detmold, Bahnhof via S Spandau Bhf and Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Detmold?

The distance between Potsdam and Detmold is 411 km. The road distance is 346.7 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 S Spandau Bhf which takes 4h 36m and costs €35 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m 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 Spandau Bhf station.

Train or bus from Potsdam to Detmold?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Detmold is to train via S Spandau Bhf which takes 4h 36m and costs €35 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €80 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Potsdam to Detmold bus arrive?

Potsdam to Detmold bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hanover 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 347 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Potsdam to Detmold.

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

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Train via S Spandau Bhf
best
1. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Bielefeld Hbftrain 10 / ...
4h 36m
€37–261
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Bielefeld Hbftrain 10
4h 43m
€34–262
Bus
1. Take the bus from Potsdam central train station to Hanover central bus stationbus N1325
2. Take the bus from Hannover Hbf to Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhofbus Dnipro
7h 28m
€46–78
Drive 346.7 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Detmoldcar 346.7 km
3h 20m
€50–72
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 Hauptbahnhof to Herford, Bahnhof/ZOBtrain
7h 30m
€67–132

Potsdam to Detmold by train

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Distance: 411.1 km
Duration: 4h 36m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from S Spandau Bhf to Bielefeld Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €60–240 and the journey takes 2h 20m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Potsdam central train station to Detmold, Bahnhof via Hanover central bus station, Hannover Hbf, Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof, Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof, and Bielefeld Hbf in around 7h 28m.

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