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Trip Summary
There are usually 10 daily train trips available from Potsdam to Hanover. Traveling by train from Potsdam to Hanover usually takes 3 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 2 hours and 51 minutes.
Distance | 141 mi (226 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 51m |
Lowest price | $32.88 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Potsdam to Hanover?
2 train services operate from Potsdam to Hanover. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 10 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 10 | 3h 31m | $54.37 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 2 | 3h 39m | $43.52 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Potsdam to Hanover start from $44, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Hanover. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Potsdam leaves from Golm and one other station. And in Hanover trains arrive at Hannover Anderten-Misburg .
From Potsdam to Hanover train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 39 minutes. If you are looking to get to Hanover faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 51 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Potsdam to Hanover are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Potsdam at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 10 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Hanover to Potsdam.
City Information
Hanover
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Situated on the River Leine, Hanover is the largest city in the German state of Lower Saxony. This historic city is now an important commercial center and home to a large university, the Leibniz University Hanover.
Aside from industry, Hanover is known for being a hub for festivals in Germany. The city is always celebrating something, but two of the biggest events are the hugely popular Oktoberfest Hanover and the Hanover Schutzenfest, a target shooting competition.
Even if you skip the revelry at these festivals, Hanover offers a rich cultural experience in its world-class museums, theaters, and galleries. One of Hanover's cultural centerpieces is the Hanover Opera House. Built in 1852, this impressive building hosts opera performances during opera season, from September to June.
Like most of Germany, Hanover is extremely accessible thanks to robust transport options. Hanover Airport is served by many major airlines, while the train station has many connections from various destinations across the country. Plus, intercity bus service on BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, FlixBus, and more connects Hanover to other German cities, including Dresden, Cologne, Hamburg, and more.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Potsdam?
Main departure station: Marquardt
There are two stations in Potsdam where you can board the train to Hanover.
All train stations in Potsdam:
Marquardt
Golm
Where is the train station in Hanover?
Main arrival station: Hannover Anderten-Misburg
Hanover has one train station.
All train stations in Hanover:
Hannover Anderten-Misburg
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