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 27m.

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 27m 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 8m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Weimar?

The distance between Potsdam and Weimar is 332 km. The road distance is 234.7 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 8m and costs €35 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m 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 8m and costs €35 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 40m.

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 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Potsdam to Weimar.

Where can I stay near Weimar?

There are 966+ 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 Hbftrain 28 / ...
3h 8m
€35–131
Drive 234.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Potsdam to Weimarcar 234.7 km
2h 27m
€33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Potsdam central train station to Magdeburg central bus stationbus N1325
2. Take the bus from Magdeburg to Erfurtbus Kyiv-Erfurt / ...
4h 40m
Train via Halle (Saale)
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Berlin Hbftrain S7
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain 29 / ...
3. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Weimartrain
3h 53m
€41–106
Train via Dessau
1. Take the train from Potsdam, Rehbrücke Bhf to Dessau Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain S8 / ...
3. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Weimartrain
5h 38m
€44–68

Potsdam to Weimar by train

301Weekly Trains

3h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 332.3 km
Duration: 3h 8m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Erfurt Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €28–85 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Potsdam central train station to Weimar via Magdeburg central bus station, Magdeburg, Erfurt, and Erfurt Hbf in around 4h 40m.

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