Erfurt to Lindau by train

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Overview: trains from Erfurt to Lindau

Find the key information for travelling by train from Erfurt to Lindau, 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 03:18 View journey
Last train 23:41 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 39m View journey
Distance (km) 393
Trains / day 24 View all
Cheapest journey £74.46 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 42m
Train operators 14

Explore Erfurt to Lindau by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Erfurt to Lindau aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Erfurt and Lindau

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically £74.46, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train times for travel between Erfurt and Lindau

If you are taking the train from Erfurt to Lindau, you will have 24 trains each day (with a departure every 31 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 03:18. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:41. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:24, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 19:35.

Travel time and distance between Erfurt and Lindau

The route’s fastest journey takes 4 hours and 39 minutes, covering a total of 393 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Erfurt and Lindau?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Erfurt and Lindau 8 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Learn more about train travel from Erfurt to Lindau

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Lindau city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Erfurt to Lindau

Want to know more about your journey from Erfurt to Lindau? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Erfurt and Lindau is 393 kilometres.

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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.