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Potsdam, Germany → Leipzig, Germany

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Four ways to Travel from Potsdam to Leipzig

Composite routes from Potsdam to Leipzig

Cheapest
1 h 25 min
Car
158 km.
from $8
Other
1 h 25 min
Rideshare
158 km.
from $6.01
2 h 9 min
126 km.
from $51.30
4 h 3 min
126 km.
from $37.11

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Berlin Wannsee to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$26.58

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Potsdam Hbf to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.32–$29.11
Train from S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$46.83–$53.16

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Potsdam Hbf to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19
Train from Potsdam, Rehbrücke Bhf to Dessau
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85
Train from Dessau Hbf to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$22.78
Train from Potsdam, Rehbrücke Bhf to Roßlau(Elbe)
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.30–$23.91
Train from Roßlau(Elbe) to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.04–$19.57

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.19–$22.78

S-Bahn Berlin

Phone:
+49 30 29743333
Website:
sbahn.berlin/
Train from Potsdam Hbf to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.67–$4.30

ODEG

Phone:
+49 30 514 88 88 88
Email:
Website:
odeg.de/
Train from Potsdam Hbf to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.54–$4.94

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Potsdam to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.82–$16.46

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Leipzig?

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Leipzig is to rideshare which costs $5 - $14.13 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Potsdam to Leipzig?

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Leipzig is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $26.09 - $38.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Leipzig?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam to Leipzig station. However, there are services departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Leipzig central train station via Berlin Wannsee. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Leipzig?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from Potsdam Hbf and arriving at Leipzig Hbf via S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Leipzig?

The distance between Potsdam and Leipzig is 195 km. The road distance is 161 km.

How do I travel from Potsdam to Leipzig without a car?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Leipzig without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs $15.22 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Potsdam to Leipzig?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Potsdam to Leipzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Leipzig bus from?

Potsdam to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin Wannsee station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Leipzig train from?

Potsdam to Leipzig train services, operated by ODEG, depart from Potsdam Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Potsdam to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Leipzig is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs $15.22 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17.39 - $27.17 and takes 3h 20m. There are no good options to fly between Potsdam to Leipzig.

Where does the Potsdam to Leipzig bus arrive?

Potsdam to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leipzig central train station.

Where does the Potsdam to Leipzig train arrive?

Potsdam to Leipzig train services, operated by ODEG, arrive at Berlin Hbf station.

Can I drive from Potsdam to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Leipzig is 161 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Potsdam to Leipzig.

How do I get a train ticket from Potsdam to Leipzig?

Book your Potsdam to Leipzig train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1273+ hotels available in Leipzig. Prices start at $45.29 per night.

Can I share a ride from Potsdam to Leipzig?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Potsdam and Leipzig. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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