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Alte Synagoge
Museum inside the former Great Synagogue showing medieval Jewish history and the Erfurt Treasure in a compact historic setting.
Cheapest price on 02 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 02 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 02 Sept
39 m
Average journey duration on 02 Sept
39 m
Trains on 02 Sept
13
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Erfurt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Erfurt will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Wed 02 Sept, we found 13 trains from Leipzig to Erfurt, including 9 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 40 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 501
ICE 1656
ICE 91
ICE 595
ICE 593
ICE 595
ICE 593
ICE 597
ICE 91
ICE 1652Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Erfurt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 15m. 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 coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 102 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leipzig to Erfurt:
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Erfurt costing on average £22.
Other travel options to Erfurt take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 32m.
You'll arrive about 1h 3m sooner (45m by train vs 1h 48m by car). Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £19 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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.
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Erfurt trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1656 | On time 5:28 Leipzig Hbf | 0h43 | 6:11 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 501 | On time 5:41 Leipzig Hbf | 0h41 | 6:22 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S5X · ICE 1501 | On time 6:04 Leipzig Hbf | 1h08 | 7:12 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 593 | On time 6:49 Leipzig Hbf | 0h39 | 7:28 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1654 | On time 7:27 Leipzig Hbf | 0h40 | 8:07 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S5X · ICE 1503 | On time 8:04 Leipzig Hbf | 1h08 | 9:12 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 8:45 Leipzig Hbf | 5h00 | 13:45 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 595 | On time 8:49 Leipzig Hbf | 0h39 | 9:28 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1652 | On time 9:27 Leipzig Hbf | 0h40 | 10:07 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1746 | On time 9:59 Leipzig Hbf | 0h41 | 10:40 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S5X · ICE 1505 | On time 10:04 Leipzig Hbf | 1h08 | 11:12 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 597 | On time 10:49 Leipzig Hbf | 0h39 | 11:28 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 91 | On time 11:18 Leipzig Hbf | 0h39 | 11:57 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Leipzig to Erfurt run on average 9 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 36m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Erfurt — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Erfurt trip today.
Museum inside the former Great Synagogue showing medieval Jewish history and the Erfurt Treasure in a compact historic setting.
Art museum in a Baroque palace with changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary art in elegant historic rooms.
City museum covering Erfurt’s development through artefacts, models and exhibitions in a grand former civic building.
Historic square framed by the cathedral and Severikirche. It hosts major events and offers one of Erfurt’s classic city views.
Broad citadel plateau and parkland with walking paths, bastions and excellent views over Erfurt’s old town and church towers.
The city’s central square and shopping area, surrounded by historic buildings and ideal for people-watching in the old town.
Thuringian grilled sausage seasoned with marjoram and caraway, traditionally charcoal-grilled and served with mustard; a defining Erfurt street food.
Hearty dumplings made from raw and cooked potatoes, a classic Sunday side in Thuringia, especially with roasts and rich gravies.
Slow-cooked beef roulade filled with bacon, onions, mustard and gherkin, commonly served with dumplings and red cabbage in local inns.
Elegant restaurant in the historic centre offering refined German and Thuringian cooking in a calm, polished dining room.
Traditional restaurant in the Krämerbrücke area serving Thuringian classics, especially bratwurst and dumplings, in a historic setting.
Long-established brewery pub with house beers and hearty regional food in a lively, rustic atmosphere near the old town.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Berlin or Munich, while public transport and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Round up in cafés and taxis, and tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Tell the server the total when paying rather than leaving coins on the table.
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Erfurt Hbf -> Domplatz, Erfurt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Erfurt 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leipzig to Erfurt trains use the Leipzig Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Erfurt Nord. Use this guide to compare Leipzig and Erfurt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
Leipzig Messe is 6 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig Messe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Dönerhaus, Grand Canyon, Graf Zeppelin, Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Messe. ATMs are available at Leipzig Messe.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Messe. Information desks are available at Leipzig Messe.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Messe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Messe.
Leipzig-Gohlis is 2 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig-Gohlis has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Gosenschenke "Ohne Bedenken", Lutherburg, Cafe Krüger, Papa John's
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig-Gohlis. ATMs are available at Leipzig-Gohlis.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig-Gohlis. Information desks are available at Leipzig-Gohlis.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig-Gohlis. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig-Gohlis: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig-Gohlis: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig-Gohlis.
Erfurt Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Istanbul Grill, McDonald's, Masala, Planet Comics
Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt Hbf. ATMs are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Erfurt Hbf. Information desks are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Erfurt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Krämerbrücke, Intercity Hotel, Pension am Dom, Best Western Plus Hotel Excelsior.
Erfurt Nord is 2 km from Erfurt city centre. Public transport options include:
Erfurt Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Bruzelkiste Tag & Nacht, Pizzeria Vulcano, Bagdad Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt Nord. ATMs are available at Erfurt Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Erfurt Nord. Information desks are available at Erfurt Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Erfurt Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erfurt Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erfurt Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt Nord.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindeneck, Pension Feldschlößchen.
Erfurt Ost is 4 km from Erfurt city centre. Public transport options include:
Erfurt Ost has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bruzelkiste Tag & Nacht, Gartenlokal An der Lache
Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt Ost. ATMs are available at Erfurt Ost.
Ticket office support is available at Erfurt Ost. Information desks are available at Erfurt Ost.
Luggage storage is available at Erfurt Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erfurt Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erfurt Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt Ost.
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