How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Potsdam?

The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Potsdam start at R 833. The average price for this route is around R 833. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Essen to Potsdam?

The average bus journey time from Essen to Potsdam is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 428 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Essen 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 Essen to Potsdam?

The earliest bus departs from Essen to Potsdam at 12:40. And the latest bus departs at 12:40.

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

A bus trip from Essen to Potsdam produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Essen to Potsdam from R 833 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Potsdam on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:40	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	11h 40m	00:20	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	07:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	17h	00:20	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	09:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	14h 30m	00:20	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	12:40	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	11h 40m	00:20	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Bus	12:40	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	11h 40m	00:20	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen 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 41 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 377, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

4h 41mAverage duration

429 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 833 - R 833	Average duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 377 - R 2 790	Average duration4h 41m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Potsdam?

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
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E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Stops in Potsdam

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

FlixBus

3.5/512 006 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 12006 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 833

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen 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 Essen to Potsdam?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Potsdam start at R 833. The average price for this route is around R 833. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Potsdam?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Potsdam is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 428 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen 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 Essen to Potsdam?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Potsdam at 12:40. And the latest bus departs at 12:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Potsdam?
A bus trip from Essen to Potsdam produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.