How to travel from Göttingen to Erfurt

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Compare train for Göttingen to Erfurt

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Göttingen to Erfurt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of lei231 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of lei231, while a train costs an average of lei231.

Distance: 61 miles (99 km)

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lei231

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Cheapest

lei103

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2h 19m

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Fastest

1h 49m

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2h 7m

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The cheapest way to travel from Göttingen to Erfurt is a train with an average price of lei231.
The fastest way to travel from Göttingen to Erfurt is by train with an average journey time of 2h 19m.
Yes, you can take a train between Göttingen and Erfurt.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Göttingen to Erfurt among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 18m sooner (1h 49m by train vs 2h 7m by car). Tickets start at around lei231 compared to roughly lei103 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Göttingen to Erfurt

How to get from Göttingen to Erfurt by train, bus or flight.

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train

The best way to travel from Göttingen to Erfurt is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche Bahn
    12:07 PM1h43
    Göttingen
    1:50 PMErfurt
    lei2311One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn
    12:07 PM1h43
    Göttingen
    1:50 PMErfurt
    lei2311One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5:04 AM1h42
    Göttingen
    6:46 AMErfurt
    lei2421One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn
    10:07 AM1h43
    Göttingen
    11:50 AMErfurt
    lei2471One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Göttingen to Erfurt

Travel to Erfurt easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Göttingen to Erfurt.

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You can travel between Göttingen and Erfurt by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Göttingen to Erfurt is a train with an average price of lei231.
The fastest way to travel from Göttingen to Erfurt is by train with an average journey time of 2h 19m.
The distance from Göttingen to Erfurt is approximately 61 miles (99 km).
The average frequency per day from Göttingen to Erfurt is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Göttingen and Erfurt as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Göttingen to Erfurt:
  • Trains mostly depart from Göttingen station and arrive in Erfurt Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Göttingen to Erfurt, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Erfurt by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Göttingen to Erfurt:
  • 4 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
Omio customers who travel from Göttingen to Erfurt often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Berlin, Prague, Palma, Vienna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Erfurt and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Erfurt to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Erfurt's historical sites, vibrant culture, and local cuisine, 2 to 3 days are recommended.

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