The average train between Dresden and Potsdam takes 2h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Dresden to Potsdam. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Dresden and Potsdam. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dresden is at 8:53 PM which arrives into Potsdam at 12:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 13m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Dresden to Potsdam? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dresden to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Dresden Hauptbahnhof station and arriving at Potsdam Hbf station via Berlin Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.
Dresden to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dresden Hauptbahnhof station.
Dresden to Potsdam train services, operated by ODEG, arrive at Potsdam Hbf station.
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The distance between Dresden and Potsdam is 156.9 km. The road distance is 198 km.
You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Potsdam Hbf via Berlin Hbf in around 2h 15m.