Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf train
Cheap train tickets from Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf
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Train schedule from Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf
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Fastest train times from Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf
Fastest Journey
5 h 25 m
Average
5 h 58 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
286 km
Of the 4 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Erfurt Hbf every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf
 | Distance | 177 miles (285 km) |
 | Average train duration | 5 h 49 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $38 (€34) |
 | Train frequency | 13 a day |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train companies | Deutsche Bahn Regional or National Express |
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf cover the 177 miles (285 km) long route taking on average 5 h 49 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn Regional or National Express. Normally, there are 13 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $12 (€11), but the average price of train tickets is $38 (€34). Travelers depart most frequently from Köln Hbf and arrive in Erfurt Hbf.
Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and National Express from Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf trains
Find the best trains between Cologne Hbf and Erfurt Hbf with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn and National Express from $12 (€11). 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, which you can also use for your train from Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf. 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. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.
Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf train information with Deutsche Bahn:
- Average Duration: 52 min
- Average Price: $12
- Deutsche Bahn frequency: 12 a day
National Express is the leading train company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 trains a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express trains are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most trains are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Cologne Hbf - Erfurt Hbf train: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.
National Express from Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf train information:
- Average Duration: 7 h 14 min
- National Express frequency: 1 a day
Travel Tips: Trains from Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf
Omio customers traveling this route book their trains from Köln Hbf to Erfurt Hbf.
The most popular departure train station with passengers for this trip, called Köln Hbf, is located 1 mile (1.6 km) from the city center of Cologne Hbf.
The most popular arrival train station, Erfurt Hbf, is located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city center of Erfurt Hbf.
Trains departing from Cologne Hbf
S-Bahn lines: S6, S11, S12, S19
Bus lines: 172, 173
Train lines: ICE, IC, EC, FLX, RE, RB
Trains arriving to Erfurt Hbf
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