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

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.

08:11AM8h36

Potsdam

04:47PMVienna

$721One-way

0 transfers

09:31AM9h18

Potsdam

06:49PMVienna

$851One-way

0 transfers

04:31AM9h18

Potsdam

01:49PMVienna

$971One-way

0 transfers

03:50AM9h59

Potsdam

01:49PMVienna

$971One-way

0 transfers

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)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€122 Average price	€39 Average price Cheapest	€151 Average price
9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions	1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Potsdam to Vienna

Germany

Austria

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

Fastest train

8h 26m

First train

00:01

Last train

23:55

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

The ÖBB ICE is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, offering fast and comfortable journeys between major cities. The ICE trains are modern and well-equipped, with comfortable seating, air-conditioning, and power sockets. There are three types of ICE trains: ICE T, ICE S, and ICE Sprinter. The ICE T is the fastest, with speeds of up to 230 km/h, while the ICE S and ICE Sprinter offer slightly slower speeds. The ÖBB ICE offers a range of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include a restaurant car, free Wi-Fi, and a range of entertainment options. The most popular routes for the ÖBB ICE include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz.

ÖBB | ICE from Potsdam to Vienna train information:

Average Duration: 9 h 2 min
Cheapest Price: $144

FAQs: Trains from Potsdam to Vienna

FAQs: Travel by train from Potsdam to Vienna easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Potsdam to Vienna.

Cheap train tickets from Potsdam to Vienna can start from as little as $56 (€45) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Potsdam to Vienna is $121 (€97); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Potsdam to Vienna is 8 h 26 min to travel the 323 mile (521 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The first train from Potsdam to Vienna leaves at 3: 50AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Potsdam to Vienna leaves at 7: 50PM.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Vienna. Take the fast train with ÖBB | ICE from Potsdam to Vienna.

For the trip from Potsdam to Vienna you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | ICE. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Vienna from Potsdam on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 50PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Potsdam to Vienna is December.

You have options as you can travel from Potsdam to Vienna 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.