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 - €50.

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 3h 50m.

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 Hauptbahnhof and arriving at S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via S Ostkreuz Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Rostock to Potsdam?

The distance between Rostock and Potsdam is 258 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 3h 3m and costs €40 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m 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 Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Rostock Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Rostock to Potsdam?

The best way to get from Rostock to Potsdam is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs €40 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 3h 50m.

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 Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at S Ostkreuz Bhf 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 train ticket from Rostock to Potsdam?

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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 1414+ 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 - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 6 ways to get from Rostock to Potsdam by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to S Ostkreuz Bhftrain 17
2. Take the train from S Ostkreuz Bhf to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain S7
3h 3m
€45–168
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 032 / ...
3h 50m
€18–32
Drive 221.1 km
1. Drive from Rostock to Potsdamcar 221.1 km
1h 56m
€32–47
Train via Berlin Hbf
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Berlin Hbftrain Re5
3h 18m
€45–164
Train via Oranienburg
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to S Oranienburg Bhftrain 17
2. Take the train from S Oranienburg Bhf to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain S1
3h 25m
€37–137

Rostock to Potsdam by train

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Distance: 258.3 km
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via S Ostkreuz Bhf in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rostock central bus station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof 5 times a day. Tickets cost €16–28 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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