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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Gera is to bus which costs €16 - €55 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Gera is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Gera?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam station to Gera station. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Gera central train station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Gera?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Gera. However, there are services departing from Potsdam Hbf and arriving at Gera Hbf via Berlin Hbf and Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Gera?

The distance between Potsdam and Gera is 269 km. The road distance is 213.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Gera without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Potsdam to Gera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Gera bus from?

Potsdam to Gera bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Gera train from?

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

Train or bus from Potsdam to Gera?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Gera is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €55 and takes 5h.

Where does the Potsdam to Gera bus arrive?

Potsdam to Gera bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gera central train station.

Where does the Potsdam to Gera train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Potsdam to Gera?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Gera is 214 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Potsdam to Gera.

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

Book your Potsdam to Gera bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gera?

There are 287+ hotels available in Gera.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Potsdam to Gera by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Gera Hbftrain Rb / ...
3h 42m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Gera central train stationbus 052
5h
€16–52
Drive 213.8 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Geracar 213.8 km
2h 2m
€31–44
Train via Dessau
1. Take the train from Potsdam, Rehbrücke Bhf to Dessau Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain S2
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Gera Hbftrain Rb / ...
4h 51m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 268.8 km
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a train from Potsdam Hbf to Gera Hbf via Berlin Hbf and Leipzig Hbf in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Gera central train station twice a week. Tickets cost €11–45 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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