The average train between Kiel and Potsdam takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 3h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Kiel 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 Kiel and Potsdam. The earliest departure is at 4:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 8:05 PM which arrives into Potsdam at 1:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kiel 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 Kiel to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf station and arriving at Berlin Hbf station via Hamburg Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.
Kiel to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Berlin Hbf station.
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The distance between Kiel and Potsdam is 289 km. The road distance is 349 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Potsdam Hbf via Hamburg Hbf and Berlin Hbf in around 4h 5m.