The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Of the 4 trains that leave Nuremberg Hbf for Erfurt Hbf every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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.
RE 4920
ICE 504
ICE 706
ICE 506
ICE 706
ICE 504
ICE 506
RE 4920Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 170 km
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£40 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 506 | On time 13:05 Nuremberg Hbf | 1h21 | 14:26 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 706 | On time 14:05 Nuremberg Hbf | 1h19 | 15:24 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 504 | On time 15:05 Nuremberg Hbf | 1h21 | 16:26 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 4920 | On time 15:10 Nuremberg Hbf | 1h53 | 17:03 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 01:47 |
Last train 19:30 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Nuremberg Hbf and Erfurt Hbf from £14. 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.
FAQs: Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf train

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Important Stations and Airports in Nuremberg Hbf and Erfurt Hbf
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
- Burger King
- Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
- Coffee Fellows
- Dallmayr Cafebar
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Sportsbar
- Istanbul Döner
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- IntercityHotel Nuremberg
- Park Plaza Nuremberg
- Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
- Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
- 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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