Potsdam to Vienna train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,RE,ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Potsdam to Vienna

Showing times and prices for Jul 16

Cheapest price

$72

Average price

$132

Fastest journey

8 h 26 m

Average duration

9 h 7 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

522 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Potsdam to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Potsdam to Vienna will cost around $132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Potsdam for Vienna on Wed, Jul 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 522 km distance in an average of 9 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 26 m .

On Wed, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 9 h 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Deutsche Bahn
08:11AM8h36
Potsdam
04:47PMVienna
$721One-way
0 transfers
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
09:31AM9h18
Potsdam
06:49PMVienna
$851One-way
0 transfers
ÖBB | Railjet
04:31AM9h18
Potsdam
01:49PMVienna
$971One-way
0 transfers
ÖBB | Railjet
03:50AM9h59
Potsdam
01:49PMVienna
$971One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
07:21AM8h26
Potsdam
03:47PMVienna
$3101One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Potsdam to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Potsdam to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €101.

Distance: 323 miles (521 km)

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€122

Average price

€39

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Cheapest

€151

Average price

9h 15m

Average total duration

8h 45m

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30m

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9h 1m

Average total duration

8h 31m

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5h 18m

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2h 18m

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3h 0m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

1.6 - 3.1kg

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Potsdam to Vienna

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Trains from Potsdam to Vienna run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $31 (€25)
Distance
323 miles (521 km)
Average train duration
8h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
$70 (€57)
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
8h 26m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $31 (€25)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB | ICE from Potsdam to Vienna trains

Find the best trains from Potsdam to Vienna with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB | ICE from $56 (€45). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Deutsche Bahn from Potsdam to Vienna train information:

  • Average Duration: 8 h 26 min
  • Cheapest Price: $56

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