How much is the train ticket from Hamburg to Potsdam?

The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Potsdam start from R 954. The average price for this train route is around R 1 453. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Hamburg to Potsdam?

The average train journey time from Hamburg to Potsdam is 3h 23m, covering a distance of 243 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 9m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Potsdam route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Potsdam?

The earliest train from Hamburg to Potsdam departs at 06:06. And the latest train departs at 19:50.

Which is the best train operator from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Potsdam?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Hamburg to Potsdam?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hamburg 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.

Train Hamburg to Potsdam from R 954 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Hamburg to Potsdam on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	14:04	Hamburg Hbf	2h 38m	16:42	Potsdam Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	14:35	Hamburg Hbf	2h 30m	17:05	Potsdam Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	14:35	Hamburg Hbf	2h 30m	17:05	Potsdam Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	18:35	Hamburg Hbf	2h 30m	21:05	Potsdam Train Station	No tags
	Train	18:51	Hamburg Hbf	2h 51m	21:42	Potsdam Train Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Potsdam

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Potsdam. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15carpool per day

2h 50mAverage duration

241 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 537 - R 1 046	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 954 - R 3 477	Average duration3h 23m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 155 - R 712	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hamburg and Potsdam?

Hamburg

A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
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B
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Hamburg Airport
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D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany

Potsdam

A
Potsdam Hauptbahnhof
Friedrich-Engels-Straße 98, 14473 Potsdam
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511 579 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Potsdam?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Potsdam start from R 954. The average price for this train route is around R 1 453. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hamburg to Potsdam?
The average train journey time from Hamburg to Potsdam is 3h 23m, covering a distance of 243 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 9m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Potsdam route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Potsdam?
The earliest train from Hamburg to Potsdam departs at 06:06. And the latest train departs at 19:50.
Which is the best train operator from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Potsdam?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Hamburg to Potsdam?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hamburg 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.