What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin to Harz?

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Harz is to train via Potsdam which costs €30 - €120 and takes 5h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berlin to Harz?

The fastest way to get from Berlin to Harz is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Harz?

No, there is no direct bus from Berlin to Harz. However, there are services departing from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Schierke, Parkhaus Winterbergtor via Magdeburg Hbf, Halberstadt, Hauptbahnhof and Wernigerode, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin and Harz?

No, there is no direct train from Berlin to Harz. However, there are services departing from Berlin Hbf and arriving at Wernigerode Hbf via Magdeburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Berlin to Harz?

The distance between Berlin and Harz is 244 km. The road distance is 249.3 km.

How do I travel from Berlin to Harz without a car?

The best way to get from Berlin to Harz without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs €40 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Berlin to Harz?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Berlin to Harz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Harz bus from?

Berlin to Harz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Harz train from?

Berlin to Harz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train or bus from Berlin to Harz?

The best way to get from Berlin to Harz is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs €40 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Berlin to Harz bus arrive?

Berlin to Harz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Magdeburg central bus station.

Where does the Berlin to Harz train arrive?

Berlin to Harz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Magdeburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Berlin to Harz?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Harz is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Berlin to Harz.

Where can I stay near Harz?

There are 3049+ hotels available in Harz.

Berlin to Harz - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Berlin to Harz by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Magdeburg Hbftrain 19 / ...
2. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Wernigerode Hbftrain Re21 / ...
4h 52m
€43–120
Train via Potsdam
cheapest
1. Take the train from Werder(Havel) to Magdeburg Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Wernigerode Hbftrain Re21 / ...
5h 44m
€34–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Magdeburg central bus stationbus N3207 / ...
2. Take the bus from Magdeburg Hbf to Halberstadt, Hauptbahnhofbus Re11
6h 55m
Drive 249.3 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Harzcar 249.3 km
2h 52m
€37–53

Berlin to Harz by train and bus

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Distance: 244.2 km
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Berlin, Germany and Harz, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany?

You can take a train from Berlin Hbf to Schierke, Parkhaus Winterbergtor via Magdeburg Hbf, Wernigerode Hbf, and Wernigerode, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Schierke, Parkhaus Winterbergtor via Magdeburg Hbf, Halberstadt, Hauptbahnhof, and Wernigerode, Hauptbahnhof in around 6h 55m.

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