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Compare 3 ways to travel from Erfurt to Leipzig
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Erfurt and Leipzig?
Erfurt
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Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erfurt to Leipzig by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Erfurt to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Leipzig start from R 226. The average price for this train route is around R 481. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Erfurt to Leipzig?
The average train journey time from Erfurt to Leipzig is 43m, covering a distance of 103 km. The quickest train can get you there in 35m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Erfurt to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erfurt to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Erfurt to Leipzig departs at 06:28. And the latest train departs at 20:28.
Which is the best train operator from Erfurt to Leipzig?
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 Erfurt to Leipzig?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Erfurt to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Erfurt to Leipzig?
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 Erfurt to Leipzig was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 267To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Erfurt to Leipzig as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 267 to R 1 793 for a train ticket from Erfurt to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 267, which is on 2025-12-16.
