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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Mannheim is to rideshare which costs €25 - €30 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Mannheim is to train and fly which takes 4h and costs €80 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Mannheim?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam station to Mannheim station. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Mannheim central bus station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Mannheim?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Mannheim. However, there are services departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Mannheim?

The distance between Potsdam and Mannheim is 674 km. The road distance is 565 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Mannheim without a car is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs €35 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Potsdam to Mannheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Mannheim bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Mannheim train from?

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

Train or bus from Potsdam to Mannheim?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Mannheim is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs €35 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €80 and takes 11h.

Where does the Potsdam to Mannheim bus arrive?

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

Where does the Potsdam to Mannheim train arrive?

Potsdam to Mannheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Potsdam to Mannheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Mannheim is 565 km. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Potsdam to Mannheim.

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

Book your Potsdam to Mannheim bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Mannheim?

There are 1320+ hotels available in Mannheim.

Can I share a ride from Potsdam to Mannheim?

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

Potsdam to Mannheim - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane

There are 9 ways to get from Potsdam to Mannheim by train, bus, rideshare, plane, 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 Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
6h 6m
€38–213
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Mannheim central bus stationbus 1326 / ...
11h
€25–77
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Potsdam to Mannheimrideshare 565.1 km
6h 1m
€25–30
Train, fly to Frankfurt
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BER - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h
€80–226
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Werder(Havel) to Magdeburg Hbftrain Re
2. Take the bus from Magdeburg to Mannheimbus
11h 15m
€26–44
Drive 565 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Mannheimcar 565 km
5h 25m
€80–115
Train, fly to Stuttgart Airport
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane BER - STR
3. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 40m
€98–287
Train, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BER - CGN
3. Take the train from Siegburg/Bonn to Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbftrain
4. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 28m
€100–353
Train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BER - DUS
3. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 50m
€117–385

Potsdam to Mannheim by train

156Weekly Trains

6h 6mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 673.9 km
Duration: 6h 6m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €35–120 and the journey takes 4h 58m. Österreichische Bundesbahnen also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Mannheim central bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €30–70 and the journey takes 9h 40m. Ecolines also services this route 4 times a week.

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