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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Potsdam Train Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Potsdam Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Potsdam Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
| Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Potsdam Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Potsdam Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Dortmund to Potsdam
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Potsdam. The journey takes about 4 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just R 656, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund to Potsdam by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Dortmund to Potsdam?
The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Potsdam start from R 656. The average price for this train route is around R 1 547. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Potsdam?
The average train journey time from Dortmund to Potsdam is 4h 31m, covering a distance of 397 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 1m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Potsdam route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dortmund to Potsdam?
The earliest train from Dortmund to Potsdam departs at 06:28. And the latest train departs at 20:45.
Which is the best train operator from Dortmund to Potsdam?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Potsdam?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Dortmund to Potsdam?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dortmund to Potsdam?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Potsdam was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 619To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dortmund to Potsdam as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 619 to R 3 006 for a train ticket from Dortmund to Potsdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 619, which is on 2025-12-18.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
