What is the distance between Potsdam and Hamburg?

The distance separating Potsdam and Hamburg is 150 miles (242 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Potsdam to Hamburg?

If you're headed to Hamburg from Potsdam, chances are that your bus will leave from Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Hamburg Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Hamburg?

Once in Hamburg, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Holy Hamburg, Elbphilharmonie Plaza, Town Hall, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and CHOCOVERSUM by HACHEZ.

Bus Potsdam to Hamburg from $28 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Potsdam to Hamburg on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50pm	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	16h 55m	7:45am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	9h 45m	3:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	9h 45m	3:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	9h 15m	2:45pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Potsdam Hauptbahnhof	9h 15m	2:45pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Potsdam to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17carpool per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

150 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$45 - $59	Average Duration9h 5m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$23 - $183	Average Duration3h 42m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $33	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Potsdam and Hamburg?

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
C
Potsdam Stern-Center
Potsdam,, Germany

Stops in Hamburg

A
Hamburg Airport
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B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany
F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany

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FlixBus

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Cleanliness4.1

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Potsdam to Hamburg by bus

What is the distance between Potsdam and Hamburg?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Potsdam to Hamburg?
What are the best sights and things to do in Hamburg?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$43

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The cheapest trip from Potsdam to Hamburg was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $41

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

You can expect to pay from $41 to $43 for a bus ticket from Potsdam to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-11-23.