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Trip Summary
There are 96 daily trains from Erfurt to Rüsselsheim am Main. Traveling by train from Erfurt to Rüsselsheim am Main usually takes around 4 hours, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can make the trip in 2 hours and 56 minutes.
Distance | 134 mi (215 km) |
Fastest train | 3h 0m |
Lowest price | €47.51 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Erfurt to Rüsselsheim am Main?
2 train services operate from Erfurt to Rüsselsheim am Main. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 56 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 56 | 4h 3m | €65.94 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 80 | 3h 37m | €65.06 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Erfurt to Rüsselsheim am Main start from €48, and on average cost . Daily there are 80 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Rüsselsheim am Main. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Erfurt leaves from Erfurt-Bischleben and 5 other stations. And in Rüsselsheim am Main trains arrive at Train Station and one other train station.
From Erfurt to Rüsselsheim am Main train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 37 minutes. If you are looking to get to Rüsselsheim am Main faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 0 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 80 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Rüsselsheim am Main.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Erfurt to Rüsselsheim am Main on Monday. Tickets for Monday 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 Erfurt at 06:00 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 96 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 Rüsselsheim am Main to Erfurt.
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 Erfurt?
Main departure station: Erfurt Ost
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 7 stops and stations in Erfurt where you can board the train.
All train stations in Erfurt:
Erfurt Ost
Erfurt Nord
Erfurt-Gispersleben
Stotternheim
Erfurt-Bischleben
Kühnhausen
Vieselbach
Where is the train station in Rüsselsheim am Main?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Rüsselsheim am Main receives travelers from Erfurt at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Rüsselsheim am Main:
Train Station
Rüsselsheim Opelwerk
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