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4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Potsdam
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
33 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Potsdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Potsdam will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 22 trains that leave Berlin for Potsdam on Sun, Aug 09, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 09 the direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Sun, Aug 09 the slowest trains will take 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
S7 · 737606:06 AM0h45Berlin Hbf6:51 AMPotsdam Hbf€271One-way1 transfer- S76:06 AM0h46Berlin Hbf6:52 AMPotsdam Hbf€271One-way0 transfers
- S78:07 AM0h35Berlin Hbf8:42 AMPotsdam Hbf€371One-way0 transfers
- S78:47 AM0h35Berlin Hbf9:22 AMPotsdam Hbf€371One-way0 transfers
- S5 · 737248:54 AM0h35Berlin Hbf9:29 AMPotsdam Hbf€371One-way1 transfer
- S7 · 7373011:57 AM0h32Berlin Hbf12:29 PMPotsdam Hbf€371One-way1 transfer
- S9 · 737627:19 AM0h32Berlin Hbf7:51 AMPotsdam Hbf€371One-way1 transfer
- S7 · 7377212:17 PM0h34Berlin Hbf12:51 PMPotsdam Hbf€371One-way1 transfer
- S7 · 737669:17 AM0h34Berlin Hbf9:51 AMPotsdam Hbf€371One-way1 transfer
- S78:07 AM0h35Berlin Hbf8:42 AMPotsdam Hbf€371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Berlin to Potsdam
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Potsdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 27 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€4 Average price Cheapest | €6 Average price |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Berlin to Potsdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Potsdam trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S7 · 73760 | 6:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h45 | 6:51 AM Potsdam Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 6:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h46 | 6:52 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 6:36 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h46 | 7:22 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 7:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h36 | 7:42 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S9 · 73762 | 7:19 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h32 | 7:51 AM Potsdam Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 7:27 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h35 | 8:02 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 7:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h35 | 8:22 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S5 · 73722 | 7:54 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h35 | 8:29 AM Potsdam Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 8:07 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h35 | 8:42 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S5 · 73764 | 8:14 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h37 | 8:51 AM Potsdam Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 8:27 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h35 | 9:02 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 8:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h35 | 9:22 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S5 · 73724 | 8:54 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h35 | 9:29 AM Potsdam Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 9:07 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h35 | 9:42 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 · 73766 | 9:17 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h34 | 9:51 AM Potsdam Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 9:17 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h35 | 9:52 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 9:27 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h35 | 10:02 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 · 73730 | 11:57 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h32 | 12:29 PM Potsdam Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 11:57 AM Berlin Hbf | 0h35 | 12:32 PM Potsdam Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 12:07 PM Berlin Hbf | 0h35 | 12:42 PM Potsdam Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 · 73772 | 12:17 PM Berlin Hbf | 0h34 | 12:51 PM Potsdam Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 12:17 PM Berlin Hbf | 0h35 | 12:52 PM Potsdam Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Potsdam
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Trains from Berlin to Potsdam run on average 1 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 27m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ODEG, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), S-Bahn Berlin from Berlin to Potsdam trainsDeutsche Bahn, ODEG, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), S-Bahn Berlin trains will get you between Berlin and Potsdam from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ODEG
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
S-Bahn Berlin
FAQs: Trains from Berlin to Potsdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Potsdam by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Potsdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berlin to Potsdam
Most Berlin to Potsdam trains use the Berlin Hbf to Potsdam Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Potsdam Charlottenhof. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Potsdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Berlin station do trains to Potsdam leave from?
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Alexanderplatz train station facilities and services
Berlin Alexanderplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Mammam, Der Alte Fritz, Carambar, Da Vincenzo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Alexanderplatz. ATMs are available at Berlin Alexanderplatz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Alexanderplatz. Information desks are available at Berlin Alexanderplatz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Alexanderplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Alexanderplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Alexanderplatz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Alexanderplatz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Art’otel Berlin Mitte, Radisson Collection Hotel Berlin, Hotel ibis Berlin Mitte, Hotel Casa Camper Berlin.
Getting to Berlin Friedrichstrasse from Berlin city centre
Berlin Friedrichstrasse is 1 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Friedrichstrasse train station facilities and services
Berlin Friedrichstrasse has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Soul Sushi Berlin Mitte, Witty's Bio-Currywurst, Starbucks
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Friedrichstrasse. ATMs are available at Berlin Friedrichstrasse.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Friedrichstrasse. Information desks are available at Berlin Friedrichstrasse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Friedrichstrasse. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Friedrichstrasse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Friedrichstrasse: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Friedrichstrasse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin, Meliá Berlin, NH Collection, Maritim proArte Hotel Berlin.
Which Potsdam station do trains from Berlin arrive at?
Getting to Potsdam Hbf from Potsdam city centre
Potsdam Hbf train station facilities and services
Potsdam Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Smiley's Pizza Profis, Addy's Bistro und Café, Bao An, Theo's Inselcafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Potsdam Hbf. ATMs are available at Potsdam Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Potsdam Hbf. Information desks are available at Potsdam Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Potsdam Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Potsdam Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Potsdam Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Potsdam Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express, The niu Amity.
Getting to Potsdam Charlottenhof from Potsdam city centre
Potsdam Charlottenhof is 2 km from Potsdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Potsdam Charlottenhof train station facilities and services
Potsdam Charlottenhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Domino's, Mylia, Avanti, Quendel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Potsdam Charlottenhof. ATMs are available at Potsdam Charlottenhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Potsdam Charlottenhof. Information desks are available at Potsdam Charlottenhof.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Potsdam Charlottenhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Potsdam Charlottenhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Potsdam Charlottenhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Potsdam Charlottenhof.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Sanssouci.
Getting to Potsdam Park Sanssouci from Potsdam city centre
Potsdam Park Sanssouci is 3 km from Potsdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Potsdam Park Sanssouci train station facilities and services
Potsdam Park Sanssouci has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Onkel Oskar, Cafeteria Am Neuen Palais, Am Wildpark, Bürgerbahnhof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Potsdam Park Sanssouci. ATMs are available at Potsdam Park Sanssouci.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Potsdam Park Sanssouci. Information desks are available at Potsdam Park Sanssouci.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Potsdam Park Sanssouci. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Potsdam Park Sanssouci: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Potsdam Park Sanssouci: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Potsdam Park Sanssouci.
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