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Gütersloh - Erfurt Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

There are 27 daily trains from Gütersloh to Erfurt. Traveling by train from Gütersloh to Erfurt usually takes around 7 hours, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 4 hours and 35 minutes.

Distance130 mi (210 km)
Fastest train5h 0m
Lowest price£40.52
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Gütersloh to Erfurt?

2 train services operate from Gütersloh to Erfurt. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 26 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
DB Intercity16h 26m£72.30
Deutsche Bahn267h 10m£75.26
  • Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.

  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Gütersloh and Erfurt is approximately 130 miles, or 210 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 35 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Trains from Gütersloh to Erfurt are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Gütersloh at 12:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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 27 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Erfurt to Gütersloh.

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 centre, 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 coach 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 coach trips.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Gütersloh?

Main departure station: Isselhorst-Avenwedde

There is one train station in Gütersloh.

All train stations in Gütersloh:

  • Isselhorst-Avenwedde

Where is the train station in Erfurt?

Main arrival station: Stotternheim

Erfurt receives travelers from Gütersloh at its two active train stations.

Train stations in Erfurt:

  • Stotternheim

  • Vieselbach

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