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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Istanbul is to train and fly which costs 3.400 ₺ - 13.000 ₺ and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Istanbul is to train and fly which takes 7h 5m and costs 3.400 ₺ - 13.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam station to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Istanbul Büyük Otogari via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and Haskovo Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Potsdam Hbf and arriving at Yenikapi via Berlin Hbf, Decin Hlavni Nadrazi, Wien Meidling, Bucharest and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 48m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Istanbul?

The distance between Potsdam and Istanbul is 1838 km. The road distance is 2124.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 34h 1m and costs 5.500 ₺ - 7.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Potsdam to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Istanbul bus from?

Potsdam to Istanbul bus services, operated by Arda-Tur, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Istanbul train from?

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

Where does the Potsdam to Istanbul bus arrive?

Potsdam to Istanbul bus services, operated by Arda-Tur, arrive at Haskovo Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Potsdam and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Potsdam. It is currently 11:22 PM in Potsdam and 1:22 AM in Istanbul.

Where does the Potsdam to Istanbul train arrive?

Potsdam to Istanbul train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Děčín hlavní nádraží station.

Can I drive from Potsdam to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Istanbul is 2124 km. It takes approximately 20h 56m to drive from Potsdam to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4505+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Potsdam to Istanbul - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 9 ways to get from Potsdam to Istanbul by train, plane, bus, night train, car, or car train

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

Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
best
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BER
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)BER - SAW
7h 5m
₺3,481–12,808
Bus via Haskovo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Haskovo Central Bus StationArda-Tur
2. Take the bus from Haskovo Central Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük OtogariCitylines 40 / ...
34h 35m
₺1,951–8,644
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Plovdiv Bus Station SouthArda-Tur
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Istanbul
34h 1m
₺5,497–7,067
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Děčín hlavní nádraží27
2. Take the train from Decin Hlavni Nadrazi to Wien MeidlingRj
3. Take the train from Wien Meidling to Bucuresti Nord347
4. Take the night train from Bucharest to Halkali
40h 48m
₺13,524–24,642
Drive 2,124.4 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Istanbul2,124.4 km
20h 56m
₺14,911–21,539
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BER
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Istanbul (IST)BER - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
7h 32m
₺4,698–15,007
Train to Leipzig-Halle Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbf
2. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Istanbul (IST)LEJ - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
9h 7m
₺7,746–21,717
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Potsdam to Göttingen
2. Take the car train from Göttingen to Villach Hbf ARZ
3. Take the car train from Villach Hbf/Bbf to Edirne
4. Drive from Edirne to Istanbul
42h 45m
₺18,184–102,711
Bus via Bucharest
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to București, Autogara Militari1926
2. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to İstanbul Esenler bus stationN1998
44h 11m
₺5,247–10,767

Potsdam to Istanbul by train, foot, and bus

7Weekly Services

34h 1mAverage Duration

₺5,497Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,837.9 km
Duration: 7h 5m

What companies run services between Potsdam, Germany and Istanbul, Turkey?

You can take a train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Istanbul via S Westkreuz, Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof, and Plovdiv in around 34h 1m.

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