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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Hildesheim is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Hildesheim is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Hildesheim?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Hildesheim. However, there are services departing from Potsdam Hbf and arriving at Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof via Magdeburg Hbf and Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Hildesheim?

The distance between Potsdam and Hildesheim is 240 km. The road distance is 243.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Hildesheim without a car is to train via Magdeburg which takes 2h 53m and costs €35 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Potsdam to Hildesheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Hildesheim train from?

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

Where does the Potsdam to Hildesheim train arrive?

Potsdam to Hildesheim train services, operated by ODEG, arrive at Magdeburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Potsdam to Hildesheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Hildesheim is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Potsdam to Hildesheim.

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

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Where can I stay near Hildesheim?

There are 351+ hotels available in Hildesheim.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Potsdam to Hildesheim 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 via Magdeburg
best
1. Take the train from Potsdam Hbf to Magdeburg Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
3. Take the train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Hildesheim Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2h 53m
€39–112
Drive 243.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Potsdam to Hildesheimcar 243.4 km
2h 18m
€34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Potsdam central train station to Brunswick central stationbus N1325
2. Take the train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Hildesheim Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
3h 21m
€36–54
Train
1. Take the train from Potsdam Hbf to Goslartrain Re
2. Take the train from Goslar to Hildesheim Osttrain Re
4h 26m

Potsdam to Hildesheim by train

275Weekly Trains

2h 53mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.1 km
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Potsdam Hbf to Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof via Magdeburg Hbf and Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 53m.

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