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| 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 | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hamburg Hbf | Potsdam Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Harburg | Potsdam Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 6:46 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Potsdam
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Potsdam. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Hamburg to Potsdam by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $32. The average price for this route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Hamburg to Potsdam?
The average bus trip duration from Hamburg to Potsdam is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 151 miles (242 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Potsdam route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains 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 4:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Potsdam?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Potsdam generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $28To 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 $28 to $57 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 $28 which is on 2025-12-02.
