What is the cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main is to rideshare which costs €19 - €35 and takes 5h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main?

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main is to train and fly which takes 3h 31m and costs €90 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Frankfurt am Main?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam station to Frankfurt am Main station. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Frankfurt central train station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Frankfurt am Main?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main. However, there are services departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Frankfurt via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main?

The distance between Potsdam and Frankfurt am Main is 539 km. The road distance is 486.5 km.

How do I travel from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main without a car?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs €90 - €440.

How long does it take to get from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main bus from?

Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main train from?

Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train or bus from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs €90 - €440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €80 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main bus arrive?

Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main train arrive?

Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main is 487 km. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main.

How do I get a train ticket from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main?

Book your Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Frankfurt am Main?

There are 1497+ hotels available in Frankfurt am Main.

Can I share a ride from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main?

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

Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 6 ways to get from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Frankfurttrain 12 / ...
5h 9m
€93–432
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Potsdam to Frankfurtrideshare 484.1 km
5h 18m
€19–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Frankfurt central train stationbus N1334 / ...
8h 10m
€42–79
Train, fly
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BER - FRA
3h 31m
€90–197
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Werder(Havel) to Magdeburg Hbftrain Re
2. Take the bus from Magdeburg to Frankfurtbus
9h 48m
€41–65
Drive 486.5 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Frankfurt am Maincar 486.5 km
4h 53m
€70–100

Potsdam to Frankfurt am Main by train

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Distance: 538.5 km
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Potsdam, Germany and Frankfurt am Main, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt hourly. Tickets cost €90–410 and the journey takes 4h 1m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Frankfurt central train station 4 times a day. Tickets cost €40–75 and the journey takes 6h 50m.

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