How much is the train ticket from Nuremberg to Erfurt?

The cheapest train tickets from Nuremberg to Erfurt start from $12. The average price for this train route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nuremberg to Erfurt?

The average train ride duration from Nuremberg to Erfurt is 1h 8m, covering a distance of 106 miles (170 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 8m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Nuremberg to Erfurt route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Nuremberg to Erfurt?

The earliest train departs from Nuremberg to Erfurt at 6:36am. And the latest train departs at 8:05pm.

What is the best train operator from Nuremberg to Erfurt?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Nuremberg to Erfurt?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Nuremberg to Erfurt?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Nuremberg 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.

Train Nuremberg to Erfurt from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Nuremberg to Erfurt on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:05pm	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 18m	1:23pm	Erfurt Hbf	Cheapest
Train	12:36pm	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 8m	1:44pm	Erfurt Hbf	Fastest
Train	12:05pm	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 18m	1:23pm	Erfurt Hbf	No tags
Train	12:05pm	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 18m	1:23pm	Erfurt Hbf	No tags
Train	12:05pm	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 18m	1:23pm	Erfurt Hbf	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Nuremberg to Erfurt

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 1 hour 8 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day

1h 8mAverage Duration

106 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $70	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $159	Average Duration1h 8m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$15 - $26	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Nuremberg and Erfurt?

Nuremberg

A
Bahnhofstraße, 11
Bahnhofstraße, 11, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany
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B
Nürnberg Nordostbf.
Nürnberg Nordost, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany
C
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz, 90489 Nürnberg, Germany
D
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf, 90453 Nürnberg, Germany
E
Nürnberg Ziegelstein
Nürnberg Ziegelstein, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany
F
Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.
Rothenburger Str., 90439 Nürnberg, Germany

Erfurt

A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.2

DE train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Erfurt?
The cheapest train tickets from Nuremberg to Erfurt start from $12. The average price for this train route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nuremberg to Erfurt?
The average train ride duration from Nuremberg to Erfurt is 1h 8m, covering a distance of 106 miles (170 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 8m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Nuremberg to Erfurt route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Nuremberg to Erfurt?
The earliest train departs from Nuremberg to Erfurt at 6:36am. And the latest train departs at 8:05pm.
What is the best train operator from Nuremberg to Erfurt?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Nuremberg to Erfurt?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Nuremberg to Erfurt?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Nuremberg 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.

Best price found

01/24

$18

01/25

$18

Today

$19

01/27

$11

01/28

$11

01/29

$11

01/30

$19

01/31

$18

The cheapest trip from Nuremberg to Erfurt was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Nuremberg to Erfurt, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $11 to $159 for a train ticket from Nuremberg to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2026-01-27.