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

The cheapest way to get from Hildesheim to Potsdam is to train and bus which costs €24 - €75 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hildesheim to Potsdam is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs €35 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Hildesheim and Potsdam?

No, there is no direct train from Hildesheim to Potsdam. However, there are services departing from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof and arriving at S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Hildesheim to Potsdam?

The distance between Hildesheim and Potsdam is 240 km. The road distance is 244.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Hildesheim to Potsdam without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs €40 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Hildesheim to Potsdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hildesheim to Potsdam train from?

Hildesheim to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof station.

Where does the Hildesheim to Potsdam train arrive?

Hildesheim to Potsdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Hildesheim to Potsdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Hildesheim to Potsdam is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Hildesheim to Potsdam.

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

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Where can I stay near Potsdam?

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Hildesheim to Potsdam - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Hildesheim to Potsdam by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof to Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain 10 / ...
3h 4m
€43–194
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof to Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brunswick central station to Potsdam central train stationbus N1325
4h 13m
€25–73
Drive 244.1 km
1. Drive from Hildesheim to Potsdamcar 244.1 km
2h 21m
€35–51
Train via Magdeburg
1. Take the train from Hildesheim Hbf to Weddel(Braunschw)train Re
2. Take the train from Weddel, Bahnhof to Magdeburg-Neustadttrain
3. Take the train from Magdeburg-Neustadt to Potsdam Hbftrain Re
3h 43m
€44–92

Hildesheim to Potsdam by train

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Distance: 240.1 km
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof via Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 4m.

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