How much is the bus ticket from Dortmund to Potsdam?

The cheapest bus tickets from Dortmund to Potsdam start at R 672. The average price for this route is around R 755. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Dortmund to Potsdam?

The average bus journey time from Dortmund to Potsdam is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 397 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Dortmund to Potsdam route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dortmund to Potsdam?

The earliest bus departs from Dortmund to Potsdam at 14:25. And the latest bus departs at 14:25.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dortmund to Potsdam?

A bus trip from Dortmund to Potsdam produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Dortmund to Potsdam from R 712 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Dortmund to Potsdam on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		14:25	Dortmund	9h 55m	00:20	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Dortmund to Potsdam on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus		13:32	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	10h 48m	00:20	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
		14:25	Dortmund	9h 55m	00:20	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	Fastest

Next departures from Dortmund to Potsdam on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus		13:32	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	10h 48m	00:20	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
		14:25	Dortmund	9h 55m	00:20	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	Fastest

Next departures from Dortmund to Potsdam on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus		13:32	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	10h 48m	00:20	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
		14:25	Dortmund	9h 55m	00:20	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	Fastest

Next departures from Dortmund to Potsdam on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus		13:32	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	10h 48m	00:20	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
		14:25	Dortmund	9h 55m	00:20	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 4:43 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Dortmund to Potsdam

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Potsdam. The journey takes about 4 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just R 865, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

4h 19mAverage duration

397 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 672 - R 1 138	Average duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 865 - R 4 754	Average duration4h 19m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Potsdam?

Stops in Dortmund

A
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
Visit page
B
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen
C
Dortmund Bushaltestelle
Dortmund, Germany
Visit page
D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany

Stops in Potsdam

A
Potsdam Hauptbahnhof
Friedrich-Engels-Straße 98, 14473 Potsdam
Visit page
B
Potsdam Park Sanssouci
Schopenhauerstraße 33, 14467 Potsdam, Germany
C
Potsdam Stern-Center
Potsdam,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 623 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11623 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 672

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund to Potsdam by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Dortmund to Potsdam?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dortmund to Potsdam start at R 672. The average price for this route is around R 755. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Dortmund to Potsdam?
The average bus journey time from Dortmund to Potsdam is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 397 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dortmund to Potsdam route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dortmund to Potsdam?
The earliest bus departs from Dortmund to Potsdam at 14:25. And the latest bus departs at 14:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dortmund to Potsdam?
A bus trip from Dortmund to Potsdam produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

14/12

R 1 037

15/12

R 708

Today

R 712

17/12

No data

18/12

R 756

19/12

R 1 191

20/12

R 1 274

21/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Potsdam was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 708

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

You can expect to pay from R 708 to R 1 274 for a bus ticket from Dortmund to Potsdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 756, which is on 2025-12-18.