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Trip Summary
79 trains operate daily from Erfurt to Burgstein. The train trip from Erfurt to Burgstein is usually about 4 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 59 minutes.
| Distance | 58 mi (93 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 0m |
| Lowest price | £19.74 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Erfurt to Burgstein?
There are 3 train lines with service from Erfurt to Burgstein. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 73 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 1 | 3h 44m | £19.74 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 73 | 4h 20m | £33.71 |
| Non-federally owned railway company | 5 | 3h 44m | £22.42 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Erfurt to Burgstein start from £20, and on average cost . Daily there are 73 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Burgstein. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Erfurt leaves from Vieselbach and 3 other stations. And in Burgstein trains arrive at Pirk and one other train station.
From Erfurt to Burgstein train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 20 minutes. If you are looking to get to Burgstein faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 0 minutes.
Non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Erfurt to Burgstein start from £22, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Non-federally owned railway company schedules to Burgstein. Non-federally owned railway company in Erfurt leaves from Vieselbach . And in Burgstein trains arrive at Pirk .
From Erfurt to Burgstein train travel on Non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 44 minutes. If you are looking to get to Burgstein faster, Non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Erfurt to Burgstein tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Erfurt at 04:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 79 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.
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 Erfurt?
Main departure station: Erfurt-Bischleben
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Erfurt where you can board the train.
All train stations in Erfurt:
Erfurt-Bischleben
Kühnhausen
Stotternheim
Vieselbach
Where is the train station in Burgstein?
Main arrival station: Pirk
Burgstein receives travelers from Erfurt at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Burgstein:
Pirk
Grobau
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