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Trip Summary
15 trains operate daily from Sangerhausen to Erfurt. The train trip from Sangerhausen to Erfurt is usually about 2 hours and 2 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as one hour and 3 minutes.
| Distance | 36 mi (57 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 3m |
| Lowest price | $25.48 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Sangerhausen to Erfurt?
There are 4 train lines with service from Sangerhausen to Erfurt. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 10 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 3 | 1h 28m | $29.99 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 10 | 1h 55m | $28.75 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 4 | 2h 53m | $30.96 |
| Non-federally owned railway company | 7 | 1h 59m | $29.77 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Sangerhausen to Erfurt start from $25, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Erfurt. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Sangerhausen leaves from Riestedt . And in Erfurt trains arrive at Kühnhausen and 2 other train stations.
From Sangerhausen to Erfurt train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 53 minutes. If you are looking to get to Erfurt faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 3 minutes.
Non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Sangerhausen to Erfurt start from $25, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 Non-federally owned railway company schedules to Erfurt. Non-federally owned railway company in Sangerhausen leaves from Riestedt . And in Erfurt trains arrive at Erfurt-Bischleben and 2 other train stations.
From Sangerhausen to Erfurt train travel on Non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 59 minutes. If you are looking to get to Erfurt faster, Non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 3 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Sangerhausen to Erfurt on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Sangerhausen at 1:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 15 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Sangerhausen to Erfurt. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Erfurt to Sangerhausen.
City Information
Erfurt
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Erfurt is the capital and largest city in the German state of Thuringia. Most of the city was built and designed in the Middle Ages, so prepare to be charmed by narrow pedestrian streets, quaint bridges, and gorgeous green spaces like the Egapark. As you stroll around the city center, keep your eyes peeled for as many as 25 churches of different architectural styles. A unique sight in Erfurt is the Krämerbrücke, or merchants' bridge, arguably the most popular attraction in the city. This 15th-century arched bridge has houses built on either side, in a design that was common in medieval Europe.
Fitting for a large city, Erfurt does not disappoint when it comes to dining options. The most popular local restaurants you should consider visiting are EAT Erfurt and Gasthaus Feuerkugel. Or simply stop at any of the many stalls offering Thüringer Bratwurst, a regional delicacy!
Although there is a small airport for Erfurt, the route options are very limited. Most air passengers will travel through the Frankfurt airport and connect to Erfurt via bus or train. Erfurt's train station is actually one of the central hubs of Germany's Deutsche Bahn rail system. Much of the train service to and from Erfurt is on high-speed trains, so journeys to Munich, Berlin, and Nuremberg take hardly any time. FlixBus connects Erfurt to many additional destinations via affordable bus trips.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Sangerhausen?
Main departure station: Riestedt
There is one train station in Sangerhausen.
All train stations in Sangerhausen:
Riestedt
Where is the train station in Erfurt?
Main arrival station: Kühnhausen
There are more train stations and stops in Erfurt than most cities. Most trains from Sangerhausen will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Erfurt:
Train stations in Erfurt:
Kühnhausen
Erfurt-Bischleben
Vieselbach
Stotternheim
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