Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Potsdam Hauptbahnhof | CheapestFastest | |||||
| HAM Airport | Potsdam Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 9:04 PM CET.
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 R 264, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 414 - R 838 | Average duration7h 50m | 6kg CO₂e | ||
Train | Average priceR 517 - R 621 | Average duration3h 27m | 6kg CO₂e | |
Carpool | Average priceR 264 - R 680 | Average duration2h 50m | 10kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Potsdam?
Stops in Hamburg
- B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany
Stops in Potsdam
- AFriedrich-Engels-Straße 98, 14473 Potsdam
- B
Potsdam Park Sanssouci
Schopenhauerstraße 33, 14467 Potsdam, Germany - C
Potsdam Stern-Center
Potsdam,, Germany
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Potsdam by bus
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 bus ticket from Hamburg to Potsdam?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Potsdam start at R 414. The average price for this route is around R 527. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Potsdam?
The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Potsdam is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 248 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Potsdam route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Potsdam?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Potsdam at 14:45. And the latest bus departs at 16:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Potsdam?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Potsdam produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
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 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 405To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamburg to Potsdam as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 405 to R 682 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Potsdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 461, which is on 2026-01-31.
