Train from Göttingen to Erfurt: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Göttingen to Erfurt on 17 January
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EuroCity Express + InterCity
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Göttingen Station
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Göttingen Station
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EuroCity Express + InterCity
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Göttingen Station
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EuroCity Express + InterCity
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Göttingen Station
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EuroCity Express + InterCity
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Göttingen Station
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Göttingen to Erfurt

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just R 221, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
2hAverage duration
100 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 406 - R 406Average duration4h 50m
2kg CO₂e
Average priceR 389 - R 1 282Average duration2h 15m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 221 - R 247Average duration2h
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Göttingen to Erfurt by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Göttingen to Erfurt?

    The cheapest train tickets from Göttingen to Erfurt start from R 389. The average price for this train route is around R 688. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Göttingen to Erfurt?

    The average train journey time from Göttingen to Erfurt is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 100 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 38m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

  3. Which train operators serve the Göttingen to Erfurt route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Göttingen to Erfurt?

    The earliest train from Göttingen to Erfurt departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 18:27.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Göttingen to Erfurt?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Göttingen to Erfurt?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Göttingen to Erfurt?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Göttingen to Erfurt?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Göttingen to Erfurt was searched and found on 22 Jan 2026 with a price of R 564

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Göttingen to Erfurt as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 564 to R 1 599 for a train ticket from Göttingen to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 564, which is on 2026-01-22.

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