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Compare coach and train for Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 73 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf
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Trains from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:37, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 1m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 00:37 |
Last train 23:51 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Preßnitztalbahn, Abellio GmbH from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Preßnitztalbahn, Abellio GmbH trains will get you between Erfurt Hbf and Gera Hbf from £5. 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
1h 1m
Cheapest Price
£16
Deutsche Bahn frequency
1 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
Preßnitztalbahn
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 14m
Preßnitztalbahn frequency
6 a day
Abellio GmbH
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Abellio GmbH frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erfurt Hbf to Gera 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 Gera Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The train from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf takes 1h 1m and runs once a day.
The train distance from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf is 73 km.
The first train from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf leaves at 0:37.
The last train from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf departs at 23:51.
Trains from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf run approximately 1 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Erfurt Hbf and Gera Hbf. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Preßnitztalbahn.
To get from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf 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 Gera Hbf offers a scenic experience as it traverses through the picturesque Thuringian countryside, featuring rolling hills, lush forests, and charming villages.
Yes, a day trip from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf is feasible with a journey time of 1h 1m each way and a frequency of 1 train per day across a distance of 73 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbf.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Erfurt Hbf and Gera Hbf
Erfurt
Gera
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 Gera.
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 Gera is Gera Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gera Hbf for your journey to Gera from Erfurt.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 13:15 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 13:15 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 13:15 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:15
- Sunday: 10:00 - 15:15
Dining
- Thessalia
- Literaturcafé Schuhschnabel
- Oscar Grill & Restaurant
- Giardino Italiano
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