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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Göttingen Station | Erfurt Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
EuroCity Express + InterCity | Train | Göttingen Station | Erfurt Hbf | Fastest | ||||
 | Train | Göttingen Station | Erfurt Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Göttingen Station | Erfurt Hbf | No tags | ||||
EuroCity Express + InterCity | Train | Göttingen Station | Erfurt Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Göttingen to Erfurt
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Göttingen and Erfurt?
Göttingen
- ABahnhofspl. 1, 37073 Göttingen, Germany
- B
Göttingen Central Train Station
Berliner Straße 28, 37073 Göttingen
Erfurt
- A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Göttingen to Erfurt by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Göttingen to Erfurt?
The cheapest train tickets from Göttingen to Erfurt start at $54. The average price for this train route is around $70. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Göttingen to Erfurt?
The average train trip from Göttingen to Erfurt takes 2h 22m and covers 100 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 38m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Göttingen to Erfurt route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Göttingen to Erfurt?
The earliest train from Göttingen to Erfurt departs at 6:04am. The latest train departs at 7:16pm.
What is the best train operator from Göttingen to Erfurt?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Göttingen to Erfurt?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Göttingen to Erfurt?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Göttingen to Erfurt?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Göttingen to Erfurt was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $103To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Göttingen to Erfurt, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $103 to $217 for a train ticket from Göttingen to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $103 which is on 2025-12-18.
