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Next departures from Potsdam to Budapest on 18 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:49	Potsdam Train Station	12h 40m	19:29	Budapest Keleti Train Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:49	Potsdam Train Station	13h 39m	20:28	Budapest Nyugati Train Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:51	Potsdam Train Station	13h 37m	20:28	Budapest Nyugati Train Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	07:49	Potsdam Train Station	12h 46m	20:35	Budapest Keleti Train Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	22:10	Potsdam Train Station	16h 25m	14:35	Budapest Keleti Train Station

Compare 2 ways to travel from Potsdam to Budapest

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 18 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 552, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

18h 25mAverage duration

699 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 552 - R 1 633	Average duration18h 25m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 861 - R 2 505	Average duration12h 52m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Potsdam and Budapest?

Potsdam

A
Potsdam Hauptbahnhof
Friedrich-Engels-Straße 98, 14473 Potsdam
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Budapest

A
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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B
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
C
Budapest Airport
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D
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/514 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi3.1

Based on 14 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Deutsche Bahn ticket prices on this trip start at R 861

HU train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail, Swiss Federal Railways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Potsdam to Budapest by train

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 train ticket from Potsdam to Budapest?
The cheapest train tickets from Potsdam to Budapest start from R 861. The average price for this train route is around R 2 270. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Potsdam to Budapest?
The average train journey time from Potsdam to Budapest is 12h 52m, covering a distance of 694 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 52m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Potsdam to Budapest route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Potsdam to Budapest?
The earliest train from Potsdam to Budapest departs at 06:41. And the latest train departs at 20:00.