Erfurt to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen by train

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Overview: trains from Erfurt to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen

Find the key information for travelling by train from Erfurt to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen, 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 03:21 View journey
Last train 23:28 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 46m View journey
Distance (km) 97
Trains / day 66 View all
Cheapest journey €41.94 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 17m
Train operators 13

Travelling from Erfurt to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen by train

Considering a train trip from Erfurt to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost for travel between Erfurt and Leipzig/Halle Flughafen

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is €41.94, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 7 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Erfurt to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Erfurt to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen is at 04:57 and the last is at 23:18. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 03:21 and the last one is at 23:28. You can expect 66 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 14 minutes.

Erfurt to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 97 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 46 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Erfurt and Leipzig/Halle Flughafen?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Erfurt and Leipzig/Halle Flughafen 7 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making your Erfurt to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen travels smooth and enjoyable

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

FAQs about the train journey from Erfurt to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen

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

The train route from Erfurt to Leipzig/Halle Flughafen covers 97 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.