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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Weimar is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Weimar is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Weimar?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Weimar. However, there are services departing from Potsdam Hbf and arriving at Weimar via Berlin Hbf and Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Weimar?

The distance between Potsdam and Weimar is 304 km. The road distance is 234.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Weimar without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs €22 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Potsdam to Weimar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Weimar train from?

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

Train or bus from Potsdam to Weimar?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Weimar is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs €22 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Potsdam to Weimar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Potsdam to Weimar?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Weimar is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Potsdam to Weimar.

Where can I stay near Weimar?

There are 990+ hotels available in Weimar.

Potsdam to Weimar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Potsdam to Weimar 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
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Erfurt Hbf29 / ...
3h 41m
€23–117
Bus
1. Take the bus from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERBer2
2. Take the bus from Berlin Airport BER to Erfurt central train station1389 / ...
6h 14m
Drive 234.4 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Weimar234.4 km
2h 34m
€34–49
Train via Magdeburg
1. Take the train from Potsdam Hbf to Magdeburg HbfRe
2. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Erfurt HbfRe
5h 4m
Train via Dessau
1. Take the train from Potsdam, Rehbrücke Bhf to Dessau HbfRe7
2. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Halle(Saale)HbfS8 / ...
3. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to WeimarRe
5h 12m
€44–73

Potsdam to Weimar by train

219Weekly Trains

3h 41mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 303.7 km
Duration: 3h 41m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Erfurt Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €30–90 and the journey takes 2h 33m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Weimar via Flughafen BER, Berlin Airport BER, Erfurt central train station, and Erfurt Hbf in around 6h 14m.

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