Ingolstadt to Erfurt by train

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Overview: trains from Ingolstadt to Erfurt

Find the key information for travelling by train from Ingolstadt to Erfurt, 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 00:06 View journey
Last train 23:37 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 1hr 39m View journey
Distance (km) 250
Trains / day 20 View all
Cheapest journey £65.90 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 46m
Train operators 3

Going from Ingolstadt to Erfurt by train

About to set off from Ingolstadt to Erfurt by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Ingolstadt and Erfurt

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 £65.90, 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.

Ingolstadt to Erfurt train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Ingolstadt to Erfurt is at 05:54 and the last is at 23:37. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 00:06 and the last one is at 23:37. You can expect 20 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 29 minutes.

Ingolstadt to Erfurt train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 250 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 1 hour and 39 minutes.

When are tickets between Ingolstadt and Erfurt available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Ingolstadt and Erfurt can be purchased 7 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Making your Ingolstadt to Erfurt travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Erfurt.

FAQs about the train journey from Ingolstadt to Erfurt

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

The total distance between Ingolstadt and Erfurt is 250 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.