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

The cheapest way to get from Rostock to Potsdam is to rideshare which costs €5 - €13 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rostock to Potsdam is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Rostock and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Rostock station to Potsdam station. However, there are services departing from Rostock central bus station and arriving at Potsdam central train station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Rostock and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct train from Rostock to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Rostock Hbf and arriving at Potsdam Hbf via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Rostock to Potsdam?

The distance between Rostock and Potsdam is 246 km. The road distance is 221.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Rostock to Potsdam without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Rostock to Potsdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rostock to Potsdam bus from?

Rostock to Potsdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rostock central bus station.

Where do I catch the Rostock to Potsdam train from?

Rostock to Potsdam train services, operated by ODEG, depart from Rostock Hbf station.

Train or bus from Rostock to Potsdam?

The best way to get from Rostock to Potsdam is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 4h.

Where does the Rostock to Potsdam bus arrive?

Rostock to Potsdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Rostock to Potsdam train arrive?

Rostock to Potsdam train services, operated by ODEG, arrive at Berlin Hbf station.

Can I drive from Rostock to Potsdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Rostock to Potsdam is 221 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Rostock to Potsdam.

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

Book your Rostock to Potsdam bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Potsdam?

There are 1351+ hotels available in Potsdam.

Can I share a ride from Rostock to Potsdam?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Rostock to Potsdam by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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 Rostock Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain Re
2h 42m
€26–36
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Rostock to Potsdamrideshare 222.4 km
2h 34m
€5–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rostock central bus station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus 1361 / ...
4h
€17–35
Drive 221.1 km
1. Drive from Rostock to Potsdamcar 221.1 km
1h 56m
€31–45
Train via S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Berlin Hbftrain 17
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain S7
2h 43m
€28–68

Rostock to Potsdam by train

2Weekly Trains

2h 42mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246.4 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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

ODEG operates a train from Rostock Hbf to Berlin Hbf twice a week. Tickets cost €23–35 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rostock central bus station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof 4 times a day. Tickets cost €12–28 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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