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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Hanover is to rideshare which costs €10 - €19 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Hanover is to train via Berlin Hbf which takes 2h 15m and costs €22 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Hanover?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Potsdam central train station station and arriving at Hanover central bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Hanover?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Hannover Hauptbahnhof. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Hanover?

The distance between Potsdam and Hanover is 281 km. The road distance is 248.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Hanover without a car is to train via Berlin Hbf which takes 2h 15m and costs €22 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Potsdam to Hanover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Hanover bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Hanover train from?

Potsdam to Hanover train services, operated by ODEG, depart from Potsdam Hbf station.

Train or bus from Potsdam to Hanover?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Hanover is to train via Berlin Hbf which takes 2h 15m and costs €22 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €25 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Potsdam to Hanover bus arrive?

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

Where does the Potsdam to Hanover train arrive?

Potsdam to Hanover train services, operated by ODEG, arrive at Berlin Hbf station.

Can I drive from Potsdam to Hanover?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Hanover is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Potsdam to Hanover.

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

Book your Potsdam to Hanover train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Potsdam to Hanover bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Hanover?

There are 1390+ hotels available in Hanover.

Can I share a ride from Potsdam to Hanover?

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

Potsdam to Hanover - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 8 ways to get from Potsdam to Hanover by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Berlin Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Potsdam Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 19 / ...
2h 15m
€23–88
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Potsdam to Hanoverrideshare 247.8 km
2h 51m
€10–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Potsdam central train station to Hanover central bus stationbus N1325
4h 5m
€19–25
Drive 248.9 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Hanovercar 248.9 km
2h 19m
€35–51
Train, fly
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)plane BER - HAJ
5h 31m
€131–266
Train
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 56 / ...
2h 22m
€40–75
Train via Magdeburg
1. Take the train from Potsdam Hbf to Magdeburg Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
3h 17m
€25–77
Train via Goslar
1. Take the train from Potsdam Hbf to Goslartrain Re
2. Take the train from Goslar to Hannover Hbftrain Re
4h 58m

Potsdam to Hanover by train

285Weekly Trains

2h 15mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281.2 km
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a train from Potsdam Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhof via Berlin Hbf in around 2h 15m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Potsdam central train station to Hanover central bus station once daily. Tickets cost €19–25 and the journey takes 4h 5m. FlixBus-eu also services this route once daily.

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