What is the cheapest way to get from Dresden to Potsdam?

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Potsdam is to rideshare which costs €9 - €13 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dresden to Potsdam?

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Potsdam is to drive which takes 2h and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Dresden and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Dresden station to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Dresden central station and arriving at S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via Flughafen BER. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Potsdam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dresden-Neustadt and arriving at Potsdam Central Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Dresden to Potsdam?

The distance between Dresden and Potsdam is 206 km. The road distance is 198.5 km.

How do I travel from Dresden to Potsdam without a car?

The best way to get from Dresden to Potsdam without a car is to train via Berlin Hbf which takes 2h 10m and costs €9 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Dresden to Potsdam?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Dresden to Potsdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Potsdam bus from?

Dresden to Potsdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dresden central station.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Potsdam train from?

Dresden to Potsdam train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Dresden-Neustadt station.

Train or bus from Dresden to Potsdam?

The best way to get from Dresden to Potsdam is to train via Berlin Hbf which takes 2h 10m and costs €9 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Dresden to Potsdam bus arrive?

Dresden to Potsdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Berlin Airport BER station.

Where does the Dresden to Potsdam train arrive?

Dresden to Potsdam train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Berlin Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dresden to Potsdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Potsdam is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Dresden to Potsdam.

How do I get a train ticket from Dresden to Potsdam?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dresden to Potsdam?

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Where can I stay near Potsdam?

There are 1423+ hotels available in Potsdam.

Can I share a ride from Dresden to Potsdam?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Dresden and Potsdam. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Dresden to Potsdam - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Dresden to Potsdam by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train via Berlin Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Dresden-Neustadt to Berlin Hbftrain Rj
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain S7
2h 10m
€10–66
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dresden to Potsdamrideshare 199.9 km
2h 19m
€9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Berlin Airport BERbus 070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhofbus Ber2
3h 58m
Train
1. Take the train from Dresden-Neustadt to Potsdam Central Stationtrain Flx30
2h 30m
€14–21
Train via Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain 17 / ...
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb22
3h 2m
€41–136
Drive 198.5 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Potsdamcar 198.5 km
2h
€29–42

Dresden to Potsdam by train

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Distance: 206.2 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Dresden, Germany and Potsdam, Germany?

You can take a train from Dresden-Neustadt to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via Berlin Hbf in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dresden central station to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via Berlin Airport BER and Flughafen BER in around 3h 58m.

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