How far is Potsdam from Cologne?

Potsdam and Cologne are 452 km (280 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Potsdam to Cologne?

Buses departing from Potsdam Hauptbahnhof in Potsdam will take you to Cologne/Bonn Airport in Cologne.

Bus Potsdam to Cologne from $90 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Potsdam to Cologne on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30am	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	16h 10m	9:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	19h 5m	12:35am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	15h 35m	9:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	2:50pm	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	12h 45m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	15h 35m	9:05pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Potsdam to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

5h 30mAverage Duration

451 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$90 - $90	Average Duration19h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$88 - $269	Average Duration5h 11m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$39 - $83	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Potsdam and Cologne?

Stops in Potsdam

A
Potsdam Hauptbahnhof
Friedrich-Engels-Straße 98, 14473 Potsdam
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B
Potsdam Park Sanssouci
Schopenhauerstraße 33, 14467 Potsdam, Germany
C
Potsdam Stern-Center
Potsdam,, Germany

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

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FlixBus

3.5/511,420 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11420 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $90

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Potsdam to Cologne by bus

How far is Potsdam from Cologne?
Potsdam and Cologne are 452 km (280 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Potsdam to Cologne?
Buses departing from Potsdam Hauptbahnhof in Potsdam will take you to Cologne/Bonn Airport in Cologne.