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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hamburg Hbf | Potsdam Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Harburg | Potsdam Hauptbahnhof | Fastest |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Potsdam
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 €14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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 - BHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- C
Hamburg Airport
- D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
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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 vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Hamburg to Potsdam?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Potsdam start from €28. The average price for this train route is around €31. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 27m, covering a distance of 243 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 27m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Potsdam route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 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 08:01. And the latest train departs at 20:50.
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 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Potsdam?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Potsdam was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of €26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hamburg to Potsdam as early as possible.
