Find coaches from Essen to Potsdam

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Next departures from Essen to Potsdam on 12 October
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FlixBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Potsdam HauptbahnhofNo tags
FlixBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Potsdam HauptbahnhofNo tags
FlixBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Potsdam HauptbahnhofNo tags
FlixBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Potsdam HauptbahnhofNo tags
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Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Potsdam HauptbahnhofNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Potsdam

Bus
Average priceUS$42 - US$50Average duration11h 40m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
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Train
Average priceUS$82 - US$166Average duration4h 41m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Essen to Potsdam

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Potsdam. The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
11h 40mAverage duration
US$42Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Essen to Potsdam: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$42
Average bus trip duration11h 40m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure12:40
Distance266 miles

Essen to Potsdam Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Essen to Potsdam, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Potsdam

  1. How far is Potsdam from Essen by coach?

    The journey from Essen to Potsdam by coach covers an approximate distance of 266 miles (428 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Potsdam from Essen without flying?

    To travel from Essen to Potsdam without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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US$38
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Potsdam was searched and found on 17 Oct 2025 with a price of US$38

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Potsdam as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$38 to US$38 for a bus ticket from Essen to Potsdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$38, which is on 2025-10-17.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Essen to Potsdam.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Essen to Potsdam.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Essen to Potsdam that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Essen to Potsdam while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Potsdam?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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