Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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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 travel 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 R 225, 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 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 Göttingen to Erfurt?
The cheapest train tickets from Göttingen to Erfurt start from R 648. The average price for this train route is around R 841. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Göttingen to Erfurt?
The average train journey time from Göttingen to Erfurt is 2h 22m, covering a distance of 100 km. The quickest train can get 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 06:04. And the latest train departs at 19:16.
Which 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 240To 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 R 1 240 to R 2 625 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 R 1 240, which is on 2025-12-18.
