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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Salzburg is to bus which costs €65 - €110 and takes 11h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Salzburg is to train and fly which takes 4h 21m and costs €85 - €330.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Salzburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam station to Salzburg. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Salzburg Mozartsteg/Imbergstraße via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and Salzburg Alpensiedlung P+R. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Salzburg?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Salzburg. However, there are services departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Salzburg Hauptbahnhof via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Salzburg?

The distance between Potsdam and Salzburg is 780 km. The road distance is 640.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Salzburg without a car is to train which takes 6h 55m and costs €140 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Potsdam to Salzburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Salzburg bus from?

Potsdam to Salzburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Salzburg train from?

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

Train or bus from Potsdam to Salzburg?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Salzburg is to train which takes 6h 55m and costs €140 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €65 - €110 and takes 11h 59m.

Where does the Potsdam to Salzburg bus arrive?

Potsdam to Salzburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Salzburg South station.

Where does the Potsdam to Salzburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Potsdam to Salzburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Salzburg is 640 km. It takes approximately 6h 7m to drive from Potsdam to Salzburg.

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

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Potsdam to Salzburg by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to München Hbftrain 18
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain 90 / ...
6h 55m
€141–287
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin Central Bus Station to Prague Florenc Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Linz/Donau Hbftrain Ec
3. Take the train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Salzburg Hbftrain Rjx / ...
11h 42m
€58–183
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Salzburg Southbus N86
11h 59m
€69–106
Drive 640.3 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Salzburgcar 640.3 km
6h 7m
€108–156
Train, fly to Salzburg Airport
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)plane BER - SZG
4h 21m
€85–325
Train, fly to Munich International Airport
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane BER - MUC
3. Take the train from Muenchen Ost to Salzburg Hbftrain
5h 54m
€98–363

Potsdam to Salzburg by train

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Distance: 780.1 km
Duration: 6h 55m

What companies run services between Potsdam, Germany and Salzburg, Austria?

You can take a train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Salzburg Hauptbahnhof via München Hbf in around 6h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Salzburg South once daily. Tickets cost €65–100 and the journey takes 10h 20m.

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