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Train München → Potsdam

Schedule & travel time

4h 51m 485 km 17 trains/day
ICE IC

Route overview

4h 51m

Fastest time

5h 49m

Avg. duration

485

Kilometers

17

Trains per day

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By train from München to Potsdam

An important rail connection: The train connection from München to Potsdam is one of the popular rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 4h 51m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 485 kilometers and is served by about 17 trains every day. This frequency lets you plan your journey flexibly.

Route overview

Infrastructure: Fernverkehr (ICE/IC)

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Available train types

This route is served by ICE, IC.

The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.

The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from München to Potsdam saves you about 54 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 108 kg of CO₂. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from München to Potsdam?

The fastest connection from München to Potsdam takes 4h 51m. The average travel time is 5h 49m.

How many trains run daily from München to Potsdam?

About 17 trains run daily on the München - Potsdam route. Train types include ICE, IC.

What is the route from München to Potsdam?

The direct connection covers 485 km.

More interesting connections

München → Frankfurt
3h 9m304 km
München → Hamburg
5h 43m612 km
Berlin → Potsdam
0h 26m25 km
Hamburg → Potsdam
2h 33m340 km
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Return journey

Potsdam München

More connections

München → Frankfurt3h 9mMünchen → Hamburg5h 43mMünchen → Stuttgart1h 53mMünchen → Nürnberg1h 2mBerlin → Potsdam0h 26mHamburg → Potsdam2h 33mKöln → Potsdam5h 19m
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Schedule data last updated: 17/06/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

Notice: All information on this page (Travel times, Frequencies, Connections) is provided without guarantee and may change at any time. For current and binding information, please visit the official provider websites. This website is not affiliated with Deutsche Bahn AG or other railway companies.

Last update: April 2026

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