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Trip Summary
You can pick from 29 daily train trips between Erfurt and Meiningen. The average train journey from Erfurt to Meiningen takes one hour and 48 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as one hour and 9 minutes.
| Distance | 39 mi (63 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 9m |
| Lowest price | €18.41 |
| Trains per day | 15 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Erfurt to Meiningen?
There are 4 train lines with service from Erfurt to Meiningen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 25 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 11 | 1h 45m | €21.27 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 25 | 1h 52m | €20.53 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 10 | 1h 42m | €21.55 |
| Non-federally owned railway company | 5 | 1h 51m | €20.77 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Erfurt to Meiningen start from €18, and on average cost . Daily there are 10 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Meiningen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Erfurt leaves from Stotternheim and 7 other stations. And in Meiningen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Erfurt to Meiningen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 42 minutes. If you are looking to get to Meiningen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 9 minutes.
Non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Erfurt to Meiningen start from €18, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Non-federally owned railway company schedules to Meiningen. Non-federally owned railway company in Erfurt leaves from Erfurt Ost and 4 other stations. And in Meiningen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Erfurt to Meiningen train travel on Non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 51 minutes. If you are looking to get to Meiningen faster, Non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 9 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Erfurt to Meiningen are the most crowded on Tuesday. 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 Erfurt at 00:00 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 29 scheduled trains on most days. 15 of these are direct connections to Meiningen. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Meiningen 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 Central Train Station
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 8 stops and stations in Erfurt where you can board the train.
All train stations in Erfurt:
Erfurt Central Train Station
Erfurt-Bischleben
Vieselbach
Stotternheim
Erfurt Ost
Erfurt-Gispersleben
Kühnhausen
Erfurt Nord
Where is the train station in Meiningen?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Meiningen has one train station.
Train stations in Meiningen:
Train Station
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