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Next departures from Dortmund to Potsdam on 24 August
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Dortmund
Potsdam HauptbahnhofCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Dortmund to Potsdam

Bus
Average priceUS$55 - US$64Average duration9h 55m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
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Train
Average priceUS$38 - US$161Average duration4h 17m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Dortmund to Potsdam

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Potsdam. The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
9h 55mAverage duration
US$55Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Dortmund to Potsdam: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$58
Average bus trip duration9h 55m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure14:25
Distance246 miles

Dortmund to Potsdam Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Dortmund - Potsdam

  1. How far is Potsdam from Dortmund by coach?

    The journey from Dortmund to Potsdam by coach covers an approximate distance of 246 miles (397 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Dortmund to Potsdam without a car?

    You can reach Potsdam from Dortmund by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dortmund to Potsdam was searched and found on 24 Aug 2025 with a price of US$59

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Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Dortmund to Potsdam but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Dortmund to Potsdam, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Dortmund to Potsdam will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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