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The cheapest and fastest trains from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station
Showing times and prices for 06 Jun
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
192 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Fast trains
Of the 25 trains that leave Erfurt Hbf for Frankfurt South station every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 192 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 27 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.
ICE 591 · S55:292h38Erfurt Hbf8:07Frankfurt South station£171One-way1 change- ICE 699 · S523:452h52Erfurt Hbf2:37Frankfurt South station£171One-way1 change
- ICE 699 · S523:053h32Erfurt Hbf2:37Frankfurt South station£221One-way1 change
FlixTrain11:472h13Erfurt Hbf14:00Frankfurt South station£241One-way0 changes- ICE 9590 · 46117:582h41Erfurt Hbf10:39Frankfurt South station£331One-way1 change
- FlixTrain17:472h13Erfurt Hbf20:00Frankfurt South station£541One-way0 changes
- FlixTrain11:472h13Erfurt Hbf14:00Frankfurt South station£241One-way0 changes
- ICE 837 · S310:502h27Erfurt Hbf13:17Frankfurt South station£341One-way1 change
- ICE 839 · S312:502h27Erfurt Hbf15:17Frankfurt South station£541One-way1 change
- ICE 931 · S314:502h27Erfurt Hbf17:17Frankfurt South station£471One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 192 km
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2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station train times
The table below shows live departures for Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station trains for today, Friday 5 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 60408 | Delayed 23:47 1:22Erfurt Hbf | 2h13 | 1:52 1:52Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 905 · ICE 1022 · 4507 | Delayed 0:57 3:30Erfurt Hbf | 4h05 | 7:35 Frankfurt South station | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 6 June | |||||
| ICE 591 · S5 | On time 5:29 Erfurt Hbf | 2h38 | 8:07 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 896 · 15508 | On time 6:17 Erfurt Hbf | 2h38 | 8:55 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 593 · S5 | On time 7:30 Erfurt Hbf | 2h37 | 10:07 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 9590 · 4611 | On time 7:58 Erfurt Hbf | 2h41 | 10:39 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 1654 · 15512 | On time 8:16 Erfurt Hbf | 2h39 | 10:55 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 595 · S5 | On time 9:30 Erfurt Hbf | 2h37 | 12:07 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 1652 · 15516 | On time 10:16 Erfurt Hbf | 2h39 | 12:55 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 837 · S3 | On time 10:50 Erfurt Hbf | 2h27 | 13:17 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain | 11:47 Erfurt Hbf | 2h13 | 14:00 Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 1650 · 15520 | On time 12:16 Erfurt Hbf | 2h39 | 14:55 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 839 · S3 | On time 12:50 Erfurt Hbf | 2h27 | 15:17 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 599 · S5 | On time 13:30 Erfurt Hbf | 2h37 | 16:07 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 1568 · 15560 | On time 14:16 Erfurt Hbf | 2h39 | 16:55 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 931 · S3 | On time 14:50 Erfurt Hbf | 2h27 | 17:17 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 691 · S5 | On time 15:30 Erfurt Hbf | 2h37 | 18:07 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 756 · 15534 | On time 16:16 Erfurt Hbf | 2h39 | 18:55 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 933 · S3 | On time 16:50 Erfurt Hbf | 2h27 | 19:17 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain | 17:47 Erfurt Hbf | 2h13 | 20:00 Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 1554 · 15538 | On time 18:16 Erfurt Hbf | 2h39 | 20:55 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 935 · S3 | On time 18:50 Erfurt Hbf | 2h27 | 21:17 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 695 · S5 | On time 19:30 Erfurt Hbf | 2h37 | 22:07 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 1552 · 15542 | On time 20:16 Erfurt Hbf | 2h39 | 22:55 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 699 · S5 | On time 23:05 Erfurt Hbf | 3h32 | 2:37 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 699 · S5 | On time 23:45 Erfurt Hbf | 2h52 | 2:37 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station
GermanyGermany
Trains from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 192 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 192 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 0:22 |
Last train 23:22 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixTrain GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixTrain GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Erfurt Hbf and Frankfurt South station from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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 Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Price
£16
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 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.
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.
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.
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
FlixTrain
About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Price
£9
FlixTrain frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FlixTrain GmbH
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Price
£18
FlixTrain GmbH frequency
4 a day
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 22m
Cheapest Price
£49
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
21 a day
FAQs: Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station 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 Frankfurt South station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £26.
The train journey from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station covers a distance of 192 km and takes approximately 2h 13m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station is 192 km.
The first train from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station leaves at 0:22.
The last train from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station departs at 23:22.
Trains from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Erfurt Hbf and Frankfurt South station. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixTrain GmbH.
To get from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station.
The cheapest way to get from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station is by train, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Süd offers a scenic experience, passing through picturesque landscapes, including rolling hills and charming German countryside, particularly around the Thuringian Forest area.
A day trip from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Süd is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 13m. Trains run 5 times per day over a distance of 192 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt South station.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Erfurt Hbf and Frankfurt South station
Erfurt
Frankfurt am Main
The major train station for departures in Erfurt is Erfurt Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Erfurt Hbf for your trip from Erfurt to Frankfurt am Main.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Dining
- Istanbul Grill
- McDonald's
- Masala
- Planet Comics
Hotel
- Hotel Krämerbrücke
- Intercity Hotel
- Pension am Dom
- Best Western Plus Hotel Excelsior
The major train station for arrivals in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt (Main) Süd for your journey to Frankfurt am Main from Erfurt.
Frankfurt (Main) Süd
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
Hotel
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
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