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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Elstal is to drive which costs €3 - €5 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Elstal is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs €45 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Elstal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Potsdam, Campus Jungfernsee and arriving at Elstal, Ahornweg. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Elstal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Elstal, Bahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Potsdam to Elstal?

The distance between Potsdam and Elstal is 30 km. The road distance is 21.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Elstal without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs €8 - €13.

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

The train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Elstal, Bahnhof takes 38 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Elstal bus from?

Potsdam to Elstal bus services, operated by Verkehrsbetrieb Potsdam GmbH, depart from Potsdam, Campus Jungfernsee station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Elstal train from?

Potsdam to Elstal train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Potsdam to Elstal?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Elstal is to train which takes 38 min and costs €8 - €13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 41 min.

Where does the Potsdam to Elstal bus arrive?

Potsdam to Elstal bus services, operated by Verkehrsbetrieb Potsdam GmbH, arrive at Elstal, Ahornweg station.

Where does the Potsdam to Elstal train arrive?

Potsdam to Elstal train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Elstal, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Potsdam to Elstal?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Elstal is 21 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Potsdam to Elstal.

Where can I stay near Elstal?

There are 237+ hotels available in Elstal.

Potsdam to Elstal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Potsdam to Elstal by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Elstal, Bahnhoftrain Rb21
38 min
€8–13
Drive 21.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Potsdam to Elstalcar 21.3 km
27 min
€3–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Potsdam, Campus Jungfernsee to Elstal, Ahornwegbus 662
41 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Potsdam to Elstaltaxi 21.3 km
27 min
€45–60

Potsdam to Elstal by train

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38 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 29.9 km
Duration: 38 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Elstal, Bahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €8–13 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, Verkehrsbetrieb Potsdam GmbH operates a bus from Potsdam, Campus Jungfernsee to Elstal, Ahornweg every 2 hours, and the journey takes 41 min. Havelbus also services this route every 4 hours.

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