The average train between Erfurt and Potsdam takes 2h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Erfurt 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 hourly between Erfurt and Potsdam. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Erfurt is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Potsdam at 3:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Erfurt to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Erfurt Hbf station and arriving at Berlin Hbf station via Berlin Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.
Erfurt to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Erfurt Hbf station.
Erfurt to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Berlin Hbf station.
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The distance between Erfurt and Potsdam is 211.1 km. The road distance is 254 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Erfurt Hbf to Berlin Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €40–85 and the journey takes 1h 38m.