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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover to Erfurt
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 57 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
179 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Erfurt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Erfurt will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Hanover for Erfurt every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 34 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.
09:445h34
Hanover15:18Erfurt
£391One-way
0 changes
07:262h20
Hanover09:46Erfurt
£611One-way
0 changes
07:262h20
Hanover09:46Erfurt
£611One-way
0 changes
09:445h34
Hanover15:18Erfurt
£391One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Hanover to Erfurt
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Erfurt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 179 km
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3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hanover to Erfurt train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 23:07
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:26 Hanover | 2h20 | 09:46 Erfurt | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:44 Hanover | 5h34 | 15:18 Erfurt | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanover to Erfurt
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Trains from Hanover to Erfurt run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
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 £19
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 00:37 |
Last train 23:50 |
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 £19
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Hanover to Erfurt trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hanover and Erfurt from £19. 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 20m
Cheapest Price
£18
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 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
FAQs: Hanover to Erfurt train
FAQs: Travel by train from Hanover 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 Hanover to Erfurt.
The train distance from Hanover to Erfurt is 179 km.
Booking trains from Hanover to Erfurt in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Hanover to Erfurt, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The train journey from Hanover to Erfurt covers a distance of 179 km and takes approximately 2h 20m. Trains run 7 per day.
The first train from Hanover to Erfurt leaves at 0:37.
The cost of a train ticket from Hanover to Erfurt can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £49.
The last train from Hanover to Erfurt departs at 23:50.
The cheapest way to get from Hanover to Erfurt is by coach, costing approximately £19.
The train station in Hanover that goes to Erfurt is Hanover Hbf, and it arrives at Erfurt Hbf.
Trains from Hanover to Erfurt run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Hanover to Erfurt.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hanover to Erfurt.
There is no night train service from Hanover to Erfurt.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hanover and Erfurt
Hanover
Erfurt
The major train station for departures in Hanover is Hannover Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hannover Hbf for your trip from Hanover to Erfurt.
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
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located near the main entrance.
Dining
- Balzac Coffee
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- asiahung
- Mr. CLOU
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Pizza Hut
- & many more
Accessibility
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Grand Hotel Mussmann
- IntercityHotel Hannover
- Hotel Loccumer Hof
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Öz Antalya Kebap
- Ricklinger Döner
- China-Imbiss Jasmin
- Coimbra
The major train station for arrivals in Erfurt is Erfurt Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Erfurt Hbf for your journey to Erfurt from Hanover.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation 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
Erfurt Nord
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- McDonald's
- Bruzelkiste Tag & Nacht
- Pizzeria Vulcano
- Bagdad Döner
Hotel
- Hotel Lindeneck
- Pension Feldschlößchen
Erfurt Ost
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmDining
- Bruzelkiste Tag & Nacht
- Gartenlokal An der Lache
Erfurt-Bischleben
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- Zur Schuhleiste
- Bachstelze
Erfurt, Hbf Intercity-Hotel
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