1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£43
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 8 m
Trains on 18 Sept
21
Distance
170 km
Cheap tickets
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 £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Fast trains
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 21 trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf, including 21 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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 50020:051h18Nuremberg Hbf21:23Erfurt Hbf£311One-way0 changes- ICE 6028:051h18Nuremberg Hbf9:23Erfurt Hbf£351One-way0 changes
- ICE 70021:051h33Nuremberg Hbf22:38Erfurt Hbf£361One-way0 changes
- ICE 100218:361h08Nuremberg Hbf19:44Erfurt Hbf£381One-way0 changes
- ICE 150219:361h08Nuremberg Hbf20:44Erfurt Hbf£381One-way0 changes
- ICE 16029:361h08Nuremberg Hbf10:44Erfurt Hbf£401One-way0 changes
- ICE 110010:361h08Nuremberg Hbf11:44Erfurt Hbf£411One-way0 changes
- ICE 11028:361h08Nuremberg Hbf9:44Erfurt Hbf£401One-way0 changes
- ICE 160011:361h08Nuremberg Hbf12:44Erfurt Hbf£501One-way0 changes
- ICE 100812:361h08Nuremberg Hbf13:44Erfurt Hbf£421One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf
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 an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 170 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£42 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf is a coach with an average price of £32.
This is compared to other travel options from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf costing on average £42.
The fastest way to travel from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf is by train with an average journey time of 1h 34m.
Other travel options to Erfurt Hbf take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 22m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nuremberg Hbf and Erfurt Hbf including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 1h 2m sooner (1h 34m by train vs 2h 36m by car). Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £29 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, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
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.
Live departures
Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1604 | On time 7:36 Nuremberg Hbf | 1h08 | 8:44 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 602 | On time 8:05 Nuremberg Hbf | 1h18 | 9:23 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 1102 | On time 8:36 Nuremberg Hbf | 1h08 | 9:44 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 1602 | On time 9:36 Nuremberg Hbf | 1h08 | 10:44 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 600 | On time 10:05 Nuremberg Hbf | 1h18 | 11:23 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 1100 | On time 10:36 Nuremberg Hbf | 1h08 | 11:44 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 1600 | On time 11:36 Nuremberg Hbf | 1h08 | 12:44 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 508 | On time 12:05 Nuremberg Hbf | 1h18 | 13:23 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 1008 | On time 12:36 Nuremberg Hbf | 1h08 | 13:44 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Deutsche Bahn as well as Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) or Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) offer trains services from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf.
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf
GermanyGermany
Trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:37, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 1h 6m.
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 170 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 3:37 |
Last train 20:05 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Nuremberg Hbf and Erfurt Hbf from £13. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 8m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£5
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
What's included in each class
Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.
2nd Class
- Power plugs
- WC
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
1h 8m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£39
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
21 a day
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) Duration
1h 52m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) Price
£31
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency
3 a day
FAQs: Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt 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 Erfurt Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £42.
The train journey from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf covers a distance of 170 km and takes approximately 1h 6m. Trains run 13 per day.
The train distance from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf is 170 km.
The first train from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf leaves at 3:37.
The last train from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf departs at 20:05.
Trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf run approximately 13 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Nuremberg Hbf and Erfurt Hbf. The service operates 12 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
To get from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf is by train, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt 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 Nürnberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf offers a scenic experience, passing through the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes of Bavaria and Thuringia, with charming villages and lush forests along the route.
Yes, a day trip from Nürnberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf is feasible with a journey time of 1h 6m. The distance is 170 km, and there are 6 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nuremberg Hbf and Erfurt Hbf
Most Nuremberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg Hbf and Erfurt Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Nuremberg
Arrival train stations in Erfurt
Nürnberg HbfBahnhofsplatz 9, 90443 Nuremberg, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Nürnberg Hbf from Nuremberg city centre
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
BusN12, N11 · 11m · £3
SubwayU1 · 2m · £3 · every ~24 min
Nürnberg Hbf train station facilities and services
Nürnberg 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 and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.
Erfurt HbfErfurt Hbf, Willy-Brandt-Platz 12, 99084 Erfurt
City-centre transport
Getting to Erfurt Hbf from Erfurt city centre
Bus9 · 17m · every ~12 min
Tram6, 5, 1 · 5m · every ~20 min
Erfurt Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Istanbul Grill, McDonald's, Masala, Planet Comics
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt Hbf. ATMs are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Erfurt Hbf. Information desks are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Erfurt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Krämerbrücke, Intercity Hotel, Pension am Dom, Best Western Plus Hotel Excelsior.
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