Taking the train from Erfurt to Stralsund

So you’re considering going from Erfurt to Stralsund by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost for travel between Erfurt and Stralsund

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 €49.47, 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 and a half 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.

Train times for travel from Erfurt to Stralsund

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 01:41 and the last departure is 23:11. On weekends, the first train departs at 03:16 and the last train leaves at 23:27. On average, a total of 23 trains make this journey each day.

Erfurt to Stralsund train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 396 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 4 hours and 53 minutes.

Booking Erfurt to Stralsund trains in advance

Booking your Erfurt to Stralsund tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 7 and a half months before departure.

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More information on train travel from Erfurt to Stralsund

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Stralsund city guide to get you started.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Erfurt to Stralsund by train?

The train journey between Erfurt and Stralsund spans 396 kilometres.

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

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at €49.47. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

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

Tickets for this journey become available 7 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

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

The fastest journey time is 4 hours and 53 minutes.