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How to Travel from

Potsdam to Erfurt

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Potsdam, Germany → Erfurt, Germany

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Potsdam to Erfurt

Composite routes from Potsdam to Erfurt

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Transport providers

FlixBus
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FlixBus
Website
3h
Once daily
$21.52–$31.64
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
Call Contact via email
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Flixtrain
Website
ODEG
Website
Start Deutschland GmbH
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
2h 10m
Every 30 minutes
$63.29–$70.88
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
Flixtrain
Website
1h 52m
3 times a day
$25.32–$36.71
+49 30 300 137 100
+49 30 300 137 100
Call Contact via email
ODEG
Website
1h 12m
Hourly
$13.92–$20.25
+49 30 514 88 88 88
+49 30 514 88 88 88
Call Contact via email
Start Deutschland GmbH
Website
2h 21m
Every 3 hours
+49 69 9 99 99 36 44
+49 69 9 99 99 36 44
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BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
2h 58m
Twice daily
$13.92–$18.99
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Erfurt is to rideshare which costs $11.96 - $16.30 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Erfurt is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Erfurt?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam station to Erfurt station. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Erfurt central train station via Jena bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Erfurt?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Erfurt. However, there are services departing from Potsdam Hbf and arriving at Erfurt Hbf via S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Erfurt?

The distance between Potsdam and Erfurt is 311 km. The road distance is 272.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Erfurt without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs $23.91 - $86.96 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Potsdam to Erfurt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Erfurt bus from?

Potsdam to Erfurt bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Potsdam central train station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Erfurt train from?

Potsdam to Erfurt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Potsdam to Erfurt?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Erfurt is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs $23.91 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $35.87 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Potsdam to Erfurt bus arrive?

Potsdam to Erfurt bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Jena bus station.

Where does the Potsdam to Erfurt train arrive?

Potsdam to Erfurt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.

Can I drive from Potsdam to Erfurt?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Erfurt is 272 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Potsdam to Erfurt.

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

Book your Potsdam to Erfurt train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Potsdam to Erfurt?

Book your Potsdam to Erfurt bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Erfurt?

There are 960+ hotels available in Erfurt. Prices start at $53.73 per night.

Can I share a ride from Potsdam to Erfurt?

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