Next available departures

Next departures from Potsdam to Vienna on 17 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus		18:12	Potsdam Central Station	14h 3m	08:15	Hbf	Cheapest
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + Ceske Drahy + Österreichische Bundesbahnen		12:51	Potsdam Hbf (S) Train Station	8h 58m	21:49	Wien Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		18:12	Potsdam Central Station	12h 8m	06:20	Erdberg	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + Ceske Drahy + Österreichische Bundesbahnen		06:41	Potsdam Hbf (S) Train Station	9h 8m	15:49	Wien Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:41	Potsdam Hbf (S) Train Station	10h 6m	16:47	Wien Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + Ceske Drahy		06:41	Potsdam Hbf (S) Train Station	10h 8m	16:49	Wien Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus		18:12	Potsdam Central Station	13h 33m	07:45	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + Ceske Drahy + Österreichische Bundesbahnen		06:41	Potsdam Hbf (S) Train Station	9h 8m	15:49	Wien Hauptbahnhof	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Potsdam to Vienna

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 14 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 063, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

14h 20mAverage duration

528 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 063 - R 1 692	Average duration14h 20m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 184 - R 5 381	Average duration9h 51m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

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

Potsdam

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

A
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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B
Vienna Airport
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C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
E
Mitte
Landstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
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F
Hütteldorf
Hadikgasse 312, 1130 Wien, Austria

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 3 301

AT 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 Vienna 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 Vienna?
The cheapest train tickets from Potsdam to Vienna start from R 1 184. The average price for this train route is around R 3 125. 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 Vienna?
The average train journey time from Potsdam to Vienna is 9h 51m, covering a distance of 524 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 49m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Potsdam to Vienna route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Potsdam to Vienna?
The earliest train from Potsdam to Vienna departs at 06:41. And the latest train departs at 19:47.