Travelling from Lucerne to Erfurt by train

Want to know how to get from Lucerne to Erfurt by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Lucerne to Erfurt take around 6 hours and 32 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 480 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lucerne is scheduled to depart at around  04:54. The last departure is usually at around 23:54 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Lucerne at around 00:47, with the last train leaving at around 23:54. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 31 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 35 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$197.10.

We think any time is a great time to visit Erfurt, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Erfurt.

Is there a direct train from Lucerne to Erfurt?

The journey between Lucerne and Erfurt usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Lucerne to Erfurt every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Lucerne to Erfurt?

The Lucerne to Erfurt train travel takes about 6 hours and 32 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lucerne to Erfurt train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Erfurt leaving Lucerne at around 04:54 and the last train leaving at around 23:54 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Lucerne at around 00:47, with the final departure at 23:54.