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MKM Museum Küppersmühle für Moderne Kunst
Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Cheapest price on Oct 13
€30
Average ticket price on Oct 13
€74
Fastest journey on Oct 13
4 h 19 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
4 h 40 m
Trains on Oct 13
30
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Erfurt to Duisburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Erfurt to Duisburg will cost around €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
It's difficult to get from Erfurt to Duisburg without transferring at least 2 times.
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3660 · ICE 788 · ICE 556 · 26430
26110 · ICE 588 · IC 2442 · 22052
74612 · 26106 · ICE 682 · IC 2048
ICE 750 · ICE 726 · ICE 1032
ICE 1744 · 26724 · Bus RE1
ICE 595 · ICE 724 · 28518
ICE 593 · ICE 728 · 28514
ICE 597 · ICE 720 · 28522Trains from Erfurt to Duisburg run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €34 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (302 km) distance in 4h 14m.
Distance 187 miles (302 km) |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 4h 14m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 6 days |
The table below shows live departures for Erfurt to Duisburg trains for today, Monday, October 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:45 PM Erfurt | 7h00 | 5:45 AM Duisburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, October 13 | |||||
ICE 698 · IC 2044 · ICE 944 · Bus RE1 | 6:07 AM Erfurt Hbf | 6h21 | 12:28 PM Duisburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 277 · ICE 820 · 28512 | On time 6:29 AM Erfurt Hbf | 4h47 | 11:16 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 593 · ICE 728 · 28514 | On time 7:30 AM Erfurt Hbf | 4h46 | 12:16 PM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1748 · 26712 · Bus RE19 | On time 7:41 AM Erfurt Hbf | 4h49 | 12:30 PM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1104 · IC 2046 · ICE 942 · Bus RE1 | On time 7:46 AM Erfurt Hbf | 6h42 | 2:28 PM Duisburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 279 · ICE 684 · 26716 · Bus RE19 | On time 8:27 AM Erfurt Hbf | 6h03 | 2:30 PM Duisburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 750 · ICE 726 · ICE 1032 | On time 8:50 AM Erfurt Hbf | 4h19 | 1:09 PM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 595 · ICE 724 · 28518 | On time 9:30 AM Erfurt Hbf | 4h46 | 2:16 PM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 595 · ICE 882 · 26718 · Bus RE19 | On time 9:30 AM Erfurt Hbf | 6h00 | 3:30 PM Duisburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1102 · IC 2048 · ICE 940 · Bus RE1 | On time 9:46 AM Erfurt Hbf | 6h42 | 4:28 PM Duisburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 371 · ICE 722 · 28520 | 10:27 AM Erfurt Hbf | 4h49 | 3:16 PM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 371 · ICE 682 · 26720 · Bus RE19 | 10:27 AM Erfurt Hbf | 6h03 | 4:30 PM Duisburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
74612 · 26106 · ICE 682 · IC 2048 | 11:00 AM Erfurt Hbf | 5h43 | 4:43 PM Duisburg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
ICE 597 · ICE 798 · 26722 · Bus RE1 | On time 11:30 AM Erfurt Hbf | 5h53 | 5:23 PM Duisburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 597 · ICE 720 · 28522 | On time 11:30 AM Erfurt Hbf | 4h47 | 4:17 PM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
3658 · ICE 880 · ICE 558 · 26426 | 12:09 PM Erfurt Hbf | 5h57 | 6:06 PM Duisburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 12:09 PM Erfurt Hbf | 8h56 | 9:05 PM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 12:09 PM Erfurt Hbf | 8h56 | 9:05 PM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 373 · ICE 628 · 28524 | 12:27 PM Erfurt Hbf | 4h50 | 5:17 PM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 599 · ICE 626 · 28526 | On time 1:30 PM Erfurt Hbf | 4h47 | 6:17 PM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1744 · 26724 · Bus RE1 | On time 1:41 PM Erfurt Hbf | 4h42 | 6:23 PM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
3660 · ICE 788 · ICE 556 · 26430 | 2:09 PM Erfurt Hbf | 5h57 | 8:06 PM Duisburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Compact museum on inland shipping in Ruhrort, with models, engines, and harbor history. Essential for understanding Duisburg’s role as Europe’s inland port.
Regional art museum with works from modernism to contemporary practice. It is known for changing shows and an accessible, central city location.
Iconic walk-through sculpture on a hill above former slag heaps. The looping staircase and wide views make it one of Duisburg’s most photographed spots.
Revitalized inner harbor district with promenades, architecture, museums, and waterside views. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and photography.
Large landscaped park built around former steelworks. Day and night visits offer industrial scenery, gardens, and unusually atmospheric walking routes.
A hearty potato stew from the Lower Rhine, often with vegetables and sausage. It is a classic comfort dish long associated with home cooking in the region.
Curried sausage with sauce and fries is a Ruhrgebiet staple. In Duisburg it is a classic quick meal tied to the area's everyday working-class food culture.
Pickled herring in a sweet-sour marinade with onion and beetroot. Common across northern Germany and the Lower Rhine, it reflects the region's historic fish trade.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in Duisburg with modern tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting.
Traditional brewery-style restaurant known for hearty German and Rhineland dishes in a relaxed, historic atmosphere at the Innenhafen.
Well-known riverside restaurant in Duisburg-Homberg serving regional German classics and seasonal dishes in a warm, established setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels often cost less than in Munich or Cologne, while dining and local transit stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is not usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erfurt to Duisburg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Duisburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Erfurt to Duisburg trains use the Erfurt Hbf to Duisburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Use this guide to compare Erfurt and Duisburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Erfurt Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Istanbul Grill, McDonald's, Masala, Planet Comics
Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt Hbf. ATMs are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Erfurt Hbf. Information desks are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Erfurt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Krämerbrücke, Intercity Hotel, Pension am Dom, Best Western Plus Hotel Excelsior.
Erfurt-Bischleben is 5 km from Erfurt city centre. Public transport options include:
Erfurt-Bischleben has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zur Schuhleiste, Bachstelze
Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt-Bischleben. ATMs are available at Erfurt-Bischleben.
Ticket office support is available at Erfurt-Bischleben. Information desks are available at Erfurt-Bischleben.
Luggage storage is available at Erfurt-Bischleben. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erfurt-Bischleben: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erfurt-Bischleben: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt-Bischleben.
Duisburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.
Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd is 2 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Dadaslar, Cafe Kasbar, Bäckerei Bolten, Ziegenpeter
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
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