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Kulturhistorisches Museum Görlitz
Main regional museum in a splendid Renaissance house. Exhibits trace Upper Lusatian history and make an ideal introduction to Görlitz.
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Erfurt to Görlitz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Erfurt to Görlitz will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
It's difficult to get from Erfurt to Görlitz without transferring at least once.
ICE 2570 · IC 2449+
76513
ICE 604 · ICE 1553+
76515
ICE 2596 · IC 2447+
76517
ICE 1555+
76519
ICE 1104 · S9 · 18384 · 68815
ICE 1555+
76519
ICE 604 · ICE 1553+
76515
ICE 2570 · IC 2449+
76513
ICE 2596 · IC 2447+
76517
ICE 1104 · S9 · 18384 · 68815Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erfurt to Görlitz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $66.
Distance: 172 miles (277 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$85 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Erfurt to Görlitz:
A bus is $54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erfurt to Görlitz costing on average $85.
Other travel options to Görlitz take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 50m.
Tickets start at around $85 compared to roughly $58 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-26.90. The journey takes 3h 32m versus 3h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Erfurt to Görlitz trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 2570 · IC 2449+ 76513 | On time 6:30 AM Erfurt Hbf | 4h03 | 10:33 AM Görlitz station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 604 · ICE 1553+ 76515 | On time 7:25 AM Erfurt Hbf | 4h02 | 11:27 AM Görlitz station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1104 · S9 · 18384 · 68815 | On time 7:46 AM Erfurt Hbf | 4h28 | 12:14 PM Görlitz station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 2596 · IC 2447+ 76517 | On time 8:29 AM Erfurt Hbf | 4h04 | 12:33 PM Görlitz station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1555+ 76519 | On time 9:49 AM Erfurt Hbf | 3h38 | 1:27 PM Görlitz station | 1 transfer |
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Trains from Erfurt to Görlitz run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 but you can travel from only $28 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:46, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 172 miles (277 km) distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 172 miles (277 km) |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 2:46 AM |
Last train 9:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Görlitz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Görlitz trip today.
Main regional museum in a splendid Renaissance house. Exhibits trace Upper Lusatian history and make an ideal introduction to Görlitz.
Popular natural history museum known for detailed specimens and a notable giraffe display. Excellent for families and curious adults.
Baroque hall presenting scientific instruments and historic collections. It combines architecture, scholarship, and a cabinet-of-curiosities feel.
The best-known square in Görlitz, lined with richly preserved townhouses and arcades. Essential for understanding the city’s old merchant core.
Broad historic square with towers, civic buildings, and markets. A lively place to feel both the medieval and later city layers.
Picturesque old-town lane of merchants’ houses leading toward the Neisse. Ideal for architecture lovers and atmospheric strolling.
Silesian potato dumplings with a soft texture, often served with roast and rich gravy. A classic Upper Lusatian and Silesian comfort food common in Görlitz.
Rolled beef stuffed with bacon, onion and pickles, then braised. A festive Silesian dish found in traditional restaurants around Görlitz.
Pickled herring salad with apple, onion and cream. Popular across eastern Germany and Silesia, especially as a hearty cold dish.
Elegant restaurant in a historic setting, known for refined regional German cuisine and a polished atmosphere suited to a special dinner.
Well-known traditional venue serving hearty German and Silesian dishes with local character in Görlitz Old Town.
Established restaurant focused on regional cuisine and seasonal ingredients, with a cozy historic ambiance near the old center.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and meals are often cheaper than Berlin or Munich, while local transit and basic dining stay reasonably priced for tourists.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common. In cafes and taxis, round up to the nearest euro or add a small tip for good service.
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Görlitz Station -> Marienplatz, Görlitz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erfurt to Görlitz 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 Görlitz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Erfurt to Görlitz trains use the Erfurt Hbf to Görlitz station pair, with some services arriving at Görlitz-Rauschwalde. Use this guide to compare Erfurt and Görlitz 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.
Görlitz is 1 km from Görlitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Görlitz 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: Zum gebratenen Storch, La Gondola, Studio G, Kartoffelhaus
Wi-Fi is available at Görlitz. ATMs are available at Görlitz.
Ticket office support is available at Görlitz. Information desks are available at Görlitz.
Luggage storage is available at Görlitz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Görlitz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Görlitz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Görlitz.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa, Best Western Hotel Via Regia, Hotel Bon Apart.
Görlitz-Rauschwalde is 3 km from Görlitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Görlitz-Rauschwalde 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: Amadeus Streakhouse, Döner Imbiss, Café II Dreißig
Wi-Fi is available at Görlitz-Rauschwalde. ATMs are available at Görlitz-Rauschwalde.
Ticket office support is available at Görlitz-Rauschwalde. Information desks are available at Görlitz-Rauschwalde.
Luggage storage is available at Görlitz-Rauschwalde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Görlitz-Rauschwalde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Görlitz-Rauschwalde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Görlitz-Rauschwalde.
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