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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Potsdam to Berlin
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€27
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€35
Fastest journey on Sep 20
30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
32 m
Trains on Sep 20
40
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Potsdam to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Potsdam to Berlin will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 40 trains from Potsdam to Berlin, including 29 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 33 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.
S71:41 AM0h42Potsdam Hbf2:23 AMBerlin Hbf€271One-way0 transfers- S712:41 AM0h42Potsdam Hbf1:23 AMBerlin Hbf€271One-way0 transfers
- S71:11 AM0h42Potsdam Hbf1:53 AMBerlin Hbf€271One-way0 transfers
- S712:21 AM0h37Potsdam Hbf12:58 AMBerlin Hbf€271One-way0 transfers
- S712:01 AM0h37Potsdam Hbf12:38 AMBerlin Hbf€271One-way0 transfers
- 73759 · S58:10 AM0h30Potsdam Hbf8:40 AMBerlin Hbf€371One-way1 transfer
- 73761 · S59:10 AM0h30Potsdam Hbf9:40 AMBerlin Hbf€371One-way1 transfer
- 73719 · S38:32 AM0h33Potsdam Hbf9:05 AMBerlin Hbf€371One-way1 transfer
- 73721 · S39:32 AM0h33Potsdam Hbf10:05 AMBerlin Hbf€371One-way1 transfer
- 73723 · S310:32 AM0h33Potsdam Hbf11:05 AMBerlin Hbf€371One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Potsdam to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Potsdam to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €2 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €2, while a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 27 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€21 Average price | €2 Average price Cheapest | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Potsdam to Berlin:
A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Potsdam to Berlin costing on average €21.
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Bus takes on average 32m.
Live departures
Potsdam to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Potsdam to Berlin trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S7 | 12:41 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h42 | 1:23 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 1:11 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h42 | 1:53 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 1:41 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h42 | 2:23 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 6:11 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h42 | 6:53 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 73715 · S3 | 6:32 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h33 | 7:05 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 6:41 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 7:18 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 7:01 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 7:38 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 73757 · S3 | 7:10 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h35 | 7:45 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 7:21 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 7:58 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 73717 · S3 | 7:32 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h33 | 8:05 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 7:41 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 8:18 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 8:01 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 8:38 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 73759 · S5 | 8:10 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h30 | 8:40 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 8:21 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 8:58 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 73719 · S3 | 8:32 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h33 | 9:05 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 8:41 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 9:18 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 9:01 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 9:38 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 73761 · S5 | 9:10 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h30 | 9:40 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 9:11 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 9:48 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 9:21 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 9:58 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 9:31 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 10:08 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 73721 · S3 | 9:32 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h33 | 10:05 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 9:41 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 10:18 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 9:51 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 10:28 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 10:01 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 10:38 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 73763 · S3 | 10:10 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h35 | 10:45 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 10:11 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 10:48 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 10:21 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 10:58 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 10:31 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 11:08 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 73723 · S3 | 10:32 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h33 | 11:05 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 10:41 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 11:18 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 10:51 AM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 11:28 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 12:01 PM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 12:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 73767 · S3 | 12:10 PM Potsdam Hbf | 0h35 | 12:45 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S7 | 12:11 PM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 12:48 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 12:21 PM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 12:58 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S7 | 12:31 PM Potsdam Hbf | 0h37 | 1:08 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 73727 · S3 | 12:32 PM Potsdam Hbf | 0h33 | 1:05 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Potsdam to Berlin
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Trains from Potsdam to Berlin run on average 1 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €2 by bus.
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 25m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ODEG, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), S-Bahn Berlin from Potsdam to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, ODEG, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), S-Bahn Berlin trains will get you between Potsdam and Berlin from €2. 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)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
S-Bahn Berlin
FAQs: Trains from Potsdam to Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Potsdam to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Potsdam to Berlin
Most Potsdam to Berlin trains use the Potsdam Hbf to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Ostkreuz. Use this guide to compare Potsdam and Berlin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Potsdam station do trains to Berlin leave from?
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 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.
Getting to Griebnitzsee from Potsdam city centre
Griebnitzsee is 4 km from Potsdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Griebnitzsee train station facilities and services
Griebnitzsee 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: Café Eselsohr, Ulf's Café im HPI, Bistro Wiesenstein, Die Bohne
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Griebnitzsee. ATMs are available at Griebnitzsee.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Griebnitzsee. Information desks are available at Griebnitzsee.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Griebnitzsee. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Griebnitzsee: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Griebnitzsee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Griebnitzsee.
Which Berlin station do trains from Potsdam arrive at?
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.
Getting to Berlin Ostkreuz from Berlin city centre
Berlin Ostkreuz is 4 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Ostkreuz train station facilities and services
Berlin Ostkreuz 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: India Spice, Jelänger Jelieber, JAS, Schneeweiß
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Ostkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Ostkreuz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Ostkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Ostkreuz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Ostkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Ostkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Ostkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Ostkreuz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, A&O Berlin Friedrichshain.
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.
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