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Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Ringsted to Erfurt. The train trip from Ringsted to Erfurt is usually about 17 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as 13 hours and 15 minutes.
Distance | 310 mi (498 km) |
Fastest train | 13h 0m |
Lowest price | £147.93 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Ringsted to Erfurt?
2 train services operate from Ringsted to Erfurt. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 6 | 18h 31m | £148.53 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 2 | 13h 17m | £181.57 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Ringsted to Erfurt start from £182, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Erfurt. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Ringsted leaves from Ringsted st . And in Erfurt trains arrive at Kühnhausen and one other train station.
From Ringsted to Erfurt train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 13 hours and 17 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 13 hours and 0 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Erfurt.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Ringsted and Erfurt is approximately 310 miles, or 498 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 17 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 13 hours and 15 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.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Ringsted to Erfurt. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Ringsted at 20:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. 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 8 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 Ringsted.
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 Ringsted?
Main departure station: Ringsted st
There is one train station in Ringsted.
All train stations in Ringsted:
Ringsted st
Where is the train station in Erfurt?
Main arrival station: Erfurt-Gispersleben
There are more train stations and stops in Erfurt than most cities. Most trains from Ringsted will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Erfurt:
Train stations in Erfurt:
Erfurt-Gispersleben
Erfurt Ost
Vieselbach
Erfurt-Bischleben
Kühnhausen
Stotternheim
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