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Trip Summary
There are usually 9 daily train trips available from Magdeburg to Potsdam. Traveling by train from Magdeburg to Potsdam usually takes 2 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in one hour and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 64 mi (102 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 40m |
| Lowest price | $21.39 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Magdeburg to Potsdam?
2 train services operate from Magdeburg to Potsdam. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 9 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 9 | 2h 13m | $32.37 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 2 | 2h 35m | $33.09 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Magdeburg to Potsdam start from $21, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Potsdam. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Magdeburg leaves from Beyendorf and one other station. And in Potsdam trains arrive at Marquardt and one other train station.
From Magdeburg to Potsdam train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 35 minutes. If you are looking to get to Potsdam faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 40 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Magdeburg to Potsdam are the most crowded on Friday. 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 Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Magdeburg at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 9 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 Potsdam to Magdeburg.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Magdeburg?
Main departure station: Magdeburg-Rothensee
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Magdeburg where you can board the train.
All train stations in Magdeburg:
Magdeburg-Rothensee
Beyendorf
Magdeburg Südost
Magdeburg-Salbke
Where is the train station in Potsdam?
Main arrival station: Marquardt
Potsdam receives travelers from Magdeburg at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Potsdam:
Marquardt
Golm
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