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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Harz is to train and line 264 bus which costs €19 - €60 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Harz is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Harz?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam station to Harz. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Schierke, Parkhaus Winterbergtor via Magdeburg Hbf, Halberstadt, Hauptbahnhof and Wernigerode, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Harz?

The distance between Potsdam and Harz is 217 km. The road distance is 214.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Harz without a car is to train and line 264 bus which takes 4h 29m and costs €19 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Potsdam to Harz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Harz bus from?

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

Where does the Potsdam to Harz bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Potsdam to Harz?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Harz is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Potsdam to Harz.

Where can I stay near Harz?

There are 3044+ hotels available in Harz.

Potsdam to Harz - 3 ways to travel via train, line 264 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Potsdam to Harz by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 264 bus
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1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Magdeburg Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Wernigerode Hbftrain Hbx
3. Take the bus from Wernigerode, Hauptbahnhof to Schierke, Parkhaus Winterbergtorbus 264
4h 29m
€19–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Potsdam central train station to Magdeburg central bus stationbus N1325
2. Take the bus from Magdeburg Hbf to Halberstadt, Hauptbahnhofbus Re11
6h 40m
Drive 214.6 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Harzcar 214.6 km
2h 36m
€32–46

Potsdam to Harz by train and bus

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4h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 217.1 km
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Potsdam, Germany and Harz, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany?

You can take a bus from Potsdam central train station to Schierke, Parkhaus Winterbergtor via Magdeburg Hbf, Halberstadt, Hauptbahnhof, and Wernigerode, Hauptbahnhof in around 6h 40m.

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