Potsdam to Duisburg by train

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Overview: trains from Potsdam to Duisburg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Potsdam to Duisburg, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:19 View journey
Last train 16:00 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 4hr 23m View journey
Distance (km) 445
Trains / day 11 View all
Cheapest journey AU$554.07 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 6m
Train operators 3

Potsdam to Duisburg by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Potsdam to Duisburg? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 445 kilometres.

Train cost between Potsdam and Duisburg

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: AU$554.07

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Potsdam to Duisburg daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Duisburg on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 11 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 00:19: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 16:00: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 00:19: departure of first train on weekends

  • 16:00: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 57 minutes: frequency of train departures

Train travel time and distance from Potsdam to Duisburg

Trains can complete this route in as little as 4 hours and 23 minutes. The total distance travelled is 445 kilometres.

How far in advance Potsdam and Duisburg tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Potsdam and Duisburg are available 6 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn more about train travel from Potsdam to Duisburg

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Duisburg city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Potsdam to Duisburg

Want to know more about your journey from Potsdam to Duisburg? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The distance between Potsdam and Duisburg is 445 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.