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Trip Summary
You can pick from 112 daily train trips between Lucerne and Erfurt. The average train journey from Lucerne to Erfurt takes 8 hours and 33 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 6 hours and 47 minutes.
| Distance | 299 mi (480 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 47m |
| Lowest price | $46.40 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Lucerne to Erfurt?
2 train services operate from Lucerne to Erfurt. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 69 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 43 | 9h 5m | $134.17 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 69 | 8h 13m | $115.31 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Lucerne to Erfurt start from $46, and on average cost . Daily there are 69 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Erfurt. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Lucerne leaves from Luzern . And in Erfurt trains arrive at Erfurt-Bischleben and 4 other train stations.
From Lucerne to Erfurt train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 8 hours and 13 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 6 hours and 47 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Lucerne and Erfurt is approximately 299 miles, or 480 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 33 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 47 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.
Trains departing from Lucerne to Erfurt tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. 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 Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Lucerne at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 112 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 Lucerne.
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 Lucerne?
Main departure station: Luzern
There is one train station in Lucerne.
All train stations in Lucerne:
Luzern
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 Lucerne will stop at one (or more) of the 5 following stations in Erfurt:
All train stations in Erfurt:
Vieselbach
Erfurt-Gispersleben
Erfurt-Bischleben
Stotternheim
Kühnhausen
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