Day trip from Dresden to Potsdam
Potsdam lies 157 km (97 mi) north of Dresden, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 157 km (97 mi) apart, Potsdam is a realistic day trip from Dresden: about 2 h 33 min each way by road.
| Dresden | Potsdam | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 564,904 | 184,754 |
| Elevation | 116 m (381 ft) | 34 m (112 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 01067–01465 | 14461–14482 |
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Common questions
How far is Potsdam from Dresden?
157 km (97 mi) in a straight line, north of Dresden; by road roughly 191 km (119 mi).
How long does it take to get from Dresden to Potsdam by road?
About 2 h 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dresden 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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.