From Erfurt to Ingolstadt by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Erfurt to Ingolstadt by train. With 18 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost between Erfurt and Ingolstadt: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from €74.75, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train times for travel between Erfurt and Ingolstadt

If you are taking the train from Erfurt to Ingolstadt, you will have 18 trains each day (with a departure every 44 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 02:13. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:14. On weekends, the first train departs at 03:18, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:11.

Average train travel time and distance from Erfurt to Ingolstadt

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 1 hour and 42 minutes, spanning 250 kilometres in total.

How early can you book train tickets between Erfurt and Ingolstadt?

Tickets along this route go on sale 8 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Learn more about train travel from Erfurt to Ingolstadt

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

Frequently asked questions

How far is Erfurt to Ingolstadt by train?

The distance between Erfurt and Ingolstadt is 250 kilometres.

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

The cheapest tickets for this route start at €74.75. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Erfurt to Ingolstadt?

Tickets for this journey become available 8 months before the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Erfurt to Ingolstadt by train?

The fastest journey is 1 hour and 42 minutes.