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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Ulm is to bus which costs €29 - €85 and takes 11h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Ulm is to train and fly which takes 5h 4m and costs €85 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Ulm?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam station to Ulm. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Ulm via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and Munich central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Ulm?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Ulm. However, there are services departing from Potsdam Hbf and arriving at Ulm Hbf via Berlin Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf and Donauwoerth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Ulm?

The distance between Potsdam and Ulm is 643 km. The road distance is 563.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Ulm without a car is to train via Nuremberg which takes 6h 34m and costs €70 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Potsdam to Ulm, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Ulm bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Ulm train from?

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

Train or bus from Potsdam to Ulm?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Ulm is to train via Nuremberg which takes 6h 34m and costs €70 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €85 and takes 11h 3m.

Where does the Potsdam to Ulm bus arrive?

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

Where does the Potsdam to Ulm train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Potsdam to Ulm?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Ulm is 563 km. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Potsdam to Ulm.

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

Book your Potsdam to Ulm bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ulm?

There are 190+ hotels available in Ulm.

Potsdam to Ulm - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Potsdam to Ulm by train, bus, night train, car, 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 via Nuremberg
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Donauwörthtrain 18 / ...
3. Take the train from Donauwoerth to Ulm Hbftrain Rb
6h 34m
€73–208
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Munich central bus stationbus N1385 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Ulmbus N277 / ...
11h 3m
€29–84
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Berlin Zoologischer Garten to Augsburg Hbfnighttrain
2. Take the train from Augsburg Hbf to Neu-Ulmtrain Re9
10h 7m
Drive 563.1 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Ulmcar 563.1 km
5h 23m
€80–115
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain 11
8h 9m
€58–183
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 Wendlingen to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 4m
€88–244
Train, fly to Munich International Airport
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 Hauptbahnhoftrain
4. Take the train from München Hbf to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 18m
€91–261
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 Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 42m
€104–356

Potsdam to Ulm by train

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6h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 642.8 km
Duration: 6h 34m

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

You can take a train from Potsdam Hbf to Ulm Hbf via Berlin Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Donauwoerth in around 6h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Potsdam central train station to Ulm via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and Munich central bus station in around 11h 3m.

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