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Trip Summary
27 trains operate daily from Gelnhausen to Erfurt. The train trip from Gelnhausen to Erfurt is usually about 5 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 53 minutes.
| Distance | 97 mi (156 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 0m |
| Lowest price | $33.44 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Gelnhausen to Erfurt?
Deutsche Bahn is the one and only train line which connects Gelnhausen to Erfurt. However, there are 27 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 27 | 5h 12m | $45.71 |
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Gelnhausen to Erfurt on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Gelnhausen at 1:00pm 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 27 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 Gelnhausen.
City Information
Erfurt
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Image credit: Pixabay
Image credit: Pixabay
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 Gelnhausen?
Main departure station: Hailer-Meerholz
Gelnhausen has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Erfurt.
All train stations in Gelnhausen:
Hailer-Meerholz
Haitz-Höchst
Bahnhofstraße 3
Where is the train station in Erfurt?
Main arrival station: Kühnhausen
Erfurt has one train station.
All train stations in Erfurt:
Kühnhausen
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