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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 14 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Erfurt Hbf every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 286 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 56 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 286 km
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4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S19 · ICE 619 · ICE 698 | Delayed 23:11 Cologne Hbf | 5h44 | 04:55 04:55Erfurt Hbf | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| ICE 521 · ICE 696 | On time 03:28 Cologne Hbf | 3h59 | 07:27 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 911 · ICE 523 · ICE 934 | On time 04:25 Cologne Hbf | 3h43 | 08:08 Erfurt Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 911 · ICE 694 | On time 04:25 Cologne Hbf | 5h02 | 09:27 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1543 · ICE 785 · 3659 | On time 04:43 Cologne Hbf | 6h03 | 10:46 Erfurt Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 28504 · ICE 525 · ICE 694 | On time 05:31 Cologne Hbf | 3h56 | 09:27 Erfurt Hbf | 2 changes | |
28503+ 25009+ICE 692 | On time 05:32 Cologne Hbf | 5h55 | 11:27 Erfurt Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 1713 · ICE 932 | On time 06:33 Cologne Hbf | 3h35 | 10:08 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 11 · ICE 692 | On time 07:19 Cologne Hbf | 4h08 | 11:27 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
| 28508 · ICE 529 · ICE 692 | On time 07:31 Cologne Hbf | 3h56 | 11:27 Erfurt Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 28507+25013+ICE 690 | On time 07:32 Cologne Hbf | 5h55 | 13:27 Erfurt Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2155 | On time 08:17 Cologne Hbf | 5h52 | 14:09 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 28510 · ICE 621 · ICE 930 | On time 08:31 Cologne Hbf | 3h37 | 12:08 Erfurt Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf
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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:11, the last at 11:14. The fastest train covers the 286 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 286 km |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 07:11 |
Last train 11:14 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Erfurt Hbf from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Cologne Hbf to Erfurt Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Hbf and Erfurt Hbf
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 08:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 08:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 08:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 08:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 08:30 - 18:30
- Saturday: 09:30 - 16:30
- Sunday: 09:30 - 16:30
- Istanbul Grill
- McDonald's
- Masala
- Planet Comics
- Hotel Krämerbrücke
- Intercity Hotel
- Pension am Dom
- Best Western Plus Hotel Excelsior
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