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Trip Summary
There are 5 daily trains from Chemnitz to Erfurt. Traveling by train from Chemnitz to Erfurt usually takes around 3 hours, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 2 hours and 13 minutes.
Distance | 83 mi (134 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 13m |
Lowest price | £20.52 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Chemnitz to Erfurt?
There are 3 train lines with service from Chemnitz to Erfurt. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 4 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 4 | 2h 53m | £31.62 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 4 | 3h 3m | £31.10 |
Non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 3h 21m | £26.02 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Chemnitz to Erfurt start from £21, 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 Chemnitz leaves from Train Station . And in Erfurt trains arrive at Vieselbach and 2 other train stations.
From Chemnitz to Erfurt train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 3 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 2 hours and 13 minutes.
Non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Chemnitz to Erfurt start from £21, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Non-federally owned railway company schedules to Erfurt. Non-federally owned railway company in Chemnitz leaves from Train Station . And in Erfurt trains arrive at Vieselbach .
From Chemnitz to Erfurt train travel on Non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 21 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 2 hours and 13 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Chemnitz to Erfurt on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Chemnitz at 04:00 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 5 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 Chemnitz.
City Information
Chemnitz
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Named for the river running through the town, Chemnitz is a cultural centre in Saxony, close to Germany's border with Czechia. The city was known as Karl-Marx-Stadt before German reunification, and an enormous bronze sculpture of Karl Marx's head reminds visitors of this legacy. Other notable structures in town include the Red Tower, a remnant of the city's 12-century walls, and the striking Altes Rathaus, or Old Town Hall. These two buildings are located close to the city centre, with many enticing restaurants and unique shops in between.
You can find even more of Chemnitz's unique architecture in the Kassberg neighbourhood, a residential area of 18th-century and 19th-century Art Nouveau buildings. For something a bit more special, check out trunks of petrified wood from Chemnitz petrified forest on display at the Museum of Natural History.
Dresden has the closest passenger airport to Chemnitz, but it is nearly an hour away. So, ground travel is often much more convenient to travel into Chemnitz. Check out cheap coach tickets on local carriers like FlixBus, or experience Germany's reliable rail network on a Deutsche Bahn train trip.
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 Chemnitz?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Chemnitz.
All train stations in Chemnitz:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Erfurt?
Main arrival station: Vieselbach
There are more train stations and stops in Erfurt than most cities. Most trains from Chemnitz will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Erfurt:
Train stations in Erfurt:
Vieselbach
Stotternheim
Kühnhausen
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