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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Köthen is to drive which costs €17 - €25 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Köthen is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs €17 - €25.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Köthen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köthen. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Köthen?

The distance between Potsdam and Köthen is 165 km. The road distance is 119.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Köthen without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs €30 - €130.

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

The train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Köthen takes 1h 37m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Köthen train from?

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

Where does the Potsdam to Köthen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Potsdam to Köthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Köthen is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Potsdam to Köthen.

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

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Where can I stay near Köthen?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Köthentrain 57
1h 37m
€30–130
Drive 119.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Potsdam to Köthencar 119.6 km
1h 18m
€18–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Potsdam central train station to Magdeburg central bus stationbus N1325
2. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Köthentrain 55 / ...
2h 19m
€19–57
Train via Dessau Hbf
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Dessau Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Koethentrain Rb
1h 47m
€28–47

Potsdam to Köthen by train

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1h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165.4 km
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Potsdam, Germany and Köthen, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Köthen twice daily. Tickets cost €30–130 and the journey takes 1h 37m.

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