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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Chemnitz is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Chemnitz is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Chemnitz?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam to Chemnitz station. However, there are services departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Chemnitz central bus station via Berlin Airport BER. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Chemnitz?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Chemnitz. However, there are services departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Chemnitz Hbf via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Chemnitz?

The distance between Potsdam and Chemnitz is 314 km. The road distance is 241.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Chemnitz without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs €55 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Potsdam to Chemnitz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Chemnitz bus from?

Potsdam to Chemnitz bus services, operated by Günter Anger Güterverkehrs GmbH & Co. Omnibusvermietung KG, depart from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Chemnitz train from?

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

Train or bus from Potsdam to Chemnitz?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Chemnitz is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs €55 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Potsdam to Chemnitz bus arrive?

Potsdam to Chemnitz bus services, operated by Günter Anger Güterverkehrs GmbH & Co. Omnibusvermietung KG, arrive at Flughafen BER station.

Where does the Potsdam to Chemnitz train arrive?

Potsdam to Chemnitz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Potsdam to Chemnitz?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Chemnitz is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Potsdam to Chemnitz.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Potsdam to Chemnitz by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 57
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Chemnitz Hbftrain Re
3h 38m
€57–187
Train via Berlin Hbf
cheapest
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Berlin Hbftrain S7
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 28 / ...
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Chemnitz Hbftrain Re
3h 46m
€28–161
Bus
1. Take the bus from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERbus Ber2
2. Take the bus from Berlin Airport BER to Chemnitz central bus stationbus FlixBus N42 / ...
5h 23m
Drive 241.7 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Chemnitzcar 241.7 km
2h 17m
€35–51
Train via Elsterwerda
1. Take the train from Berlin-Spandau to Elsterwerdatrain Re
2. Take the train from Elsterwerda to Chemnitz Hbftrain Rb
5h 4m
€37–97

Potsdam to Chemnitz by train

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Distance: 313.7 km
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Chemnitz Hbf via Leipzig Hbf in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Chemnitz central bus station via Flughafen BER and Berlin Airport BER in around 5h 23m.

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