The average train between Potsdam and Hamburg Hbf takes 2h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Potsdam to Hamburg Hbf. 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 Potsdam and Hamburg Hbf. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Potsdam is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Hamburg Hbf at 12:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Hamburg Hbf. However, there are services departing from Potsdam station and arriving at Hamburg Hbf station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.
Potsdam to Hamburg Hbf train services, operated by ODEG, depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Potsdam to Hamburg Hbf train services, operated by ODEG, arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.
Book your Potsdam to Hamburg Hbf train tickets online with ODEG and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Potsdam and Hamburg Hbf is 241.6 km. The road distance is 312 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €50–110 and the journey takes 1h 47m.