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Compare 3 ways to travel from Leipzig to Erfurt
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Leipzig and Erfurt?
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 Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Erfurt?
The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Erfurt start from R 225. 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 Leipzig to Erfurt?
The average train journey time from Leipzig to Erfurt is 43m, covering a distance of 103 km. The quickest train can get you there in 33m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Erfurt route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leipzig to Erfurt?
The earliest train from Leipzig to Erfurt departs at 06:04. And the latest train departs at 20:49.
Which is the best train operator from Leipzig 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 Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Erfurt?
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 Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Erfurt was searched and found on 10 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 Leipzig to Erfurt as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 267 to R 2 177 for a train ticket from Leipzig to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 415, which is on 2025-12-13.
