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Trip Summary
There are usually 354 daily train trips available from Langen to Erfurt. Traveling by train from Langen to Erfurt usually takes 3 hours and 59 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 2 hours and 31 minutes.
| Distance | 125 mi (201 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 31m |
| Lowest price | $34.50 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Langen to Erfurt?
2 train services operate from Langen to Erfurt. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 335 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 335 | 3h 57m | $49.20 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 18 | 4h 45m | $42.29 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Langen to Erfurt start from $35, and on average cost . Daily there are 18 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Erfurt. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Langen leaves from Langen-Flugsicherung and one other station. And in Erfurt trains arrive at Erfurt-Bischleben and 7 other train stations.
From Langen to Erfurt train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 45 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 2 hours and 31 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Langen to Erfurt. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Langen at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 354 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.
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 Langen?
Main departure station: Langen-Flugsicherung
There are two stations in Langen where you can board the train to Erfurt.
All train stations in Langen:
Langen-Flugsicherung
Langen(Hess)
Where is the train station in Erfurt?
Main arrival station: Kühnhausen
There are more train stations and stops in Erfurt than most cities. Most trains from Langen will stop at one (or more) of the 8 following stations in Erfurt:
All train stations in Erfurt:
Kühnhausen
Erfurt Central Train Station
Erfurt Ost
Erfurt Nord
Erfurt-Gispersleben
Stotternheim
Vieselbach
Erfurt-Bischleben
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