Trains tickets from Potsdam to Cologne

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Compare 3 ways to go from Potsdam to Cologne

Bus
Average PriceUS$33 - US$75Average Duration13h 10m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$59 - US$227Average Duration5h 36m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$37 - US$60Average Duration5h 30m
19kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Potsdam to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day
5h 30mAverage Duration
US$37Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Train Potsdam to Cologne: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change

Average Ticket PriceUS$161
Average train trip duration5h 36m
Number of daily trains9
Earliest train departure12:01pm
Distance451 km
Latest train departure8:51pm

Frequently asked questions on the trip Potsdam - Cologne

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Potsdam to Cologne cost?

    The average train ticket price from Potsdam to Cologne is US$161. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Potsdam to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Potsdam to Cologne?

    A train trip between Potsdam and Cologne is around 5h 36m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 6m. This is the time it takes to travel the 452 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Potsdam and Cologne?

    The number of trains from Potsdam to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Potsdam to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Potsdam and Cologne is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Cologne.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Cologne, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Potsdam and Cologne, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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