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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Munich is to rideshare which costs €23 - €30 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Munich is to train and fly which takes 3h 58m and costs €80 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Munich?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam station to Munich station. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Munich central bus station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Munich?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Munich. However, there are services departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at München Hbf via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Potsdam to Munich?

The distance between Potsdam and Munich is 643 km. The road distance is 557.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Munich without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs €30 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Potsdam to Munich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Munich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Munich train from?

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

Train or bus from Potsdam to Munich?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Munich is to train which takes 5h and costs €30 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €70 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Potsdam to Munich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Potsdam to Munich train arrive?

Potsdam to Munich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at München Hbf station.

Can I drive from Potsdam to Munich?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Munich is 557 km. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Potsdam to Munich.

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

Book your Potsdam to Munich bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Munich?

There are 1317+ hotels available in Munich.

Can I share a ride from Potsdam to Munich?

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

Potsdam to Munich - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Potsdam to Munich by train, bus, night train, car, rideshare, or plane

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 München Hbftrain 29 / ...
5h
€30–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Munich central bus stationbus N1385 / ...
8h 40m
€22–67
Night train
1. Take the night train from Berlin Zoologischer Garten to Munich East Stationnighttrain
9h 1m
€98–123
Drive 557.2 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Munichcar 557.2 km
4h 42m
€79–114
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Potsdam to Munichrideshare 557.1 km
5h 41m
€23–30
Train, fly
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane BER - MUC
3. Take the train from Flughafen München to Marienplatztrain
3h 58m
€81–171

Potsdam to Munich by train

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Distance: 643.4 km
Duration: 5h

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to München Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €27–140 and the journey takes 4h 7m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Munich central bus station 5 times a day. Tickets cost €17–60 and the journey takes 7h 20m.

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