Find coaches from Potsdam to Cologne

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Next departures from Potsdam to Cologne on 30 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Potsdam Hauptbahnhof
HbfCheapestFastest
Flixbus
Potsdam Hauptbahnhof
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus
Potsdam Hauptbahnhof
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Potsdam to Cologne

Bus
Average priceUS$77 - US$88Average duration15h 35m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$99 - US$202Average duration5h 30m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$30 - US$60Average duration5h 20m
19kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Potsdam to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10carpool per day
5h 20mAverage duration
US$30Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Potsdam to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$86
Average bus trip duration15h 35m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure05:30
Distance275 miles

Potsdam to Cologne Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Potsdam - Cologne

  1. What's the distance between Potsdam and Cologne by coach?

    The journey from Potsdam to Cologne by coach covers an approximate distance of 280 miles (452 km).

  2. How can I travel from Potsdam to Cologne avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Potsdam to Cologne without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Potsdam to Cologne was searched and found on 30 Aug 2025 with a price of US$67

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Potsdam to Cologne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$67 to US$68 for a bus ticket from Potsdam to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$67, which is on 2025-08-30.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Potsdam to Cologne.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Potsdam to Cologne.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Potsdam by bus?

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