Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 18

Cheapest price on Oct 18

$29

Average ticket price on Oct 18

$55

Fastest journey on Oct 18

2 h 22 m

Average journey duration on Oct 18

2 h 23 m

Trains on Oct 18

32

Distance

317 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.

Fast trains

On Sun, Oct 18, we found 32 trains from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf, including 25 direct services.

On Sun, Oct 18 the direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .

On Sun, Oct 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 698
    10:46 PM7h09
    Munich Hbf
    5:55 AMErfurt Hbf
    $291One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 908
    8:49 PM2h34
    Munich Hbf
    11:23 PMErfurt Hbf
    $291One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 624 · ICE 706
    1:45 PM2h36
    Munich Hbf
    4:21 PMErfurt Hbf
    $411One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 522 · ICE 700
    7:45 PM2h53
    Munich Hbf
    10:38 PMErfurt Hbf
    $451One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 526 · ICE 702
    5:46 PM2h35
    Munich Hbf
    8:21 PMErfurt Hbf
    $461One-way
    1 transfer

Journey information

Overview: Train from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf

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Trains from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:19, the last at 14:47. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 2h 13m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
196 miles (317 km)
Average train duration
2h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
$9 (€7)
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
2h 13m
First train
4:19 AM
Last train
2:47 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Live departures

Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf trains for today, Saturday, October 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 820 · ICE 804
On time
5:44 AM Munich Hbf
2h37
8:21 AM Erfurt Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1604
On time
6:19 AM Munich Hbf
2h25
8:44 AM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 602
On time
6:49 AM Munich Hbf
2h34
9:23 AM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1102
On time
7:17 AM Munich Hbf
2h27
9:44 AM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 726 · ICE 802
On time
7:42 AM Munich Hbf
2h39
10:21 AM Erfurt Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1602
On time
8:21 AM Munich Hbf
2h23
10:44 AM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 600
On time
8:49 AM Munich Hbf
2h34
11:23 AM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1100
On time
9:19 AM Munich Hbf
2h25
11:44 AM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 722 · ICE 800
On time
9:46 AM Munich Hbf
2h35
12:21 PM Erfurt Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1600
On time
10:22 AM Munich Hbf
2h22
12:44 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 508
On time
10:48 AM Munich Hbf
2h35
1:23 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1008
On time
11:18 AM Munich Hbf
2h26
1:44 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1508
On time
12:21 PM Munich Hbf
2h23
2:44 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 506
On time
12:48 PM Munich Hbf
2h35
3:23 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1006
On time
1:17 PM Munich Hbf
2h27
3:44 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 624 · ICE 706
On time
1:45 PM Munich Hbf
2h36
4:21 PM Erfurt Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1506
On time
2:21 PM Munich Hbf
2h23
4:44 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 504
On time
2:48 PM Munich Hbf
2h35
5:23 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1004
On time
3:17 PM Munich Hbf
2h27
5:44 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1504
On time
4:21 PM Munich Hbf
2h23
6:44 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 502
On time
4:47 PM Munich Hbf
2h36
7:23 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1002
On time
5:19 PM Munich Hbf
2h25
7:44 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 526 · ICE 702
On time
5:46 PM Munich Hbf
2h35
8:21 PM Erfurt Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1502
On time
6:21 PM Munich Hbf
2h23
8:44 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 500
On time
6:46 PM Munich Hbf
2h37
9:23 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1000
On time
7:18 PM Munich Hbf
2h26
9:44 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 522 · ICE 700
On time
7:45 PM Munich Hbf
2h53
10:38 PM Erfurt Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1500
On time
8:21 PM Munich Hbf
2h23
10:44 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 908
On time
8:49 PM Munich Hbf
2h34
11:23 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 698
On time
10:22 PM Munich Hbf
7h33
5:55 AM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 904 · 80920
On time
11:12 PM Munich Hbf
5h41
4:53 AM Erfurt Hbf		1 transfer
Sunday, October 18
Deutsche BahnICE 1104
On time
5:17 AM Munich Hbf
2h27
7:44 AM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect

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About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
$9 (€7)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

FAQs: Trains from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf 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 Erfurt Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $9 (€7), while the average price is around $83 (€69).
The train from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf takes 2h 13m and runs 11 per day.
The first train from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf leaves at 4:19 AM.
The distance by train from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf is 196 miles (317 km).
The last train from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf leaves at 2:47 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf. This service operates 9 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
Yes, there is a night train from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf.
The train journey from München Hbf to Erfurt Hbf is moderately scenic, offering views of the Bavarian countryside, rolling hills, and picturesque towns along the way, especially as you travel through regions like Franconia and Thuringia.
Yes, you can take the train from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf.
Popular day trips by train from Erfurt Hbf include Berlin, Leipzig, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Mühlhausen (Thür).
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf

Most Munich Hbf to Erfurt Hbf trains use the München Hbf to Erfurt Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich Hbf and Erfurt Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Munich
Arrival train stations in Erfurt
München HbfBayerstraße 10A, 80335 Munich, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre

München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus100 · 15m · every ~11 min
Tram21 · 12m · $3 · every ~12 min

München Hbf train station facilities and services

München 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 and drink

Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.

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