Discover Lille to Erfurt by train

Planning a train adventure from Lille to Erfurt? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train cost between Lille to Erfurt

Getting from Lille to Erfurt by rail typically costs £68.28, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Lille to Erfurt departure frequency and train timetable

With 24 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 19 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:01 and the last one is at 22:10. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 07:11, with the last one at 22:18.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Lille to Erfurt?

On this route spanning 560 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 6 hours and 49 minutes.

How far in advance Lille and Erfurt tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Lille and Erfurt are available 6 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn more about train travel from Lille to Erfurt

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 Erfurt city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Lille to Erfurt?

The total distance from Lille to Erfurt is 560 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Lille to Erfurt?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at £68.28. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Lille to Erfurt train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 6 months in advance.

How long does the train take from Lille to Erfurt?

The fastest journey by train is 6 hours and 49 minutes.