Day trip from Berlin to Potsdam
Potsdam lies 27 km (17 mi) south-west of Berlin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 27 km (17 mi) apart, Potsdam is a realistic day trip from Berlin: about 27 min each way by road.
| Berlin | Potsdam | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 3.4 million | 184,754 |
| Elevation | 43 m (141 ft) | 34 m (112 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 10115–14199 | 14461–14482 |
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Staying in Potsdam
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Common questions
How far is Potsdam from Berlin?
27 km (17 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Berlin; by road roughly 33 km (21 mi).
How long does it take to get from Berlin to Potsdam by road?
About 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Berlin and Potsdam?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.