Erfurt to Göttingen by train

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Overview: trains from Erfurt to Göttingen

Find the key information for travelling by train from Erfurt to Göttingen, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 01:43 View journey
Last train 21:13 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 1hr 35m View journey
Distance (km) 100
Trains / day 33 View all
Cheapest journey £21.22 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 45m
Train operators 7

Travelling from Erfurt to Göttingen by train

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

The fastest trains from Erfurt to Göttingen take around 1 hour and 35 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 100 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Erfurt is scheduled to depart at around  01:43. The last departure is usually at around 21:13. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 33 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 25 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £21.22.

We think any time is a great time to visit Göttingen, 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 Göttingen.

Is there a direct train from Erfurt to Göttingen?

Yes, there is a direct train from Erfurt to Göttingen.

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

The Erfurt to Göttingen train travel takes about 1 hour and 35 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Erfurt to Göttingen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Göttingen leaving Erfurt at around 01:43 and the last train leaving at around 21:13. This is the same at the weekend.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.