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Trip Summary
There are usually 112 daily train trips available from Großenkneten to Erfurt. Traveling by train from Großenkneten to Erfurt usually takes 7 hours, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 4 hours and 49 minutes.
Distance | 180 mi (289 km) |
Fastest train | 5h 0m |
Lowest price | $33.83 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Großenkneten to Erfurt
- DB Intercity tickets: $79 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: $34 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: $34 one-way
Which train should you take from Großenkneten to Erfurt?
There are 3 train lines with service from Großenkneten to Erfurt. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 104 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity | 1 | 7h 53m | $79.08 |
Deutsche Bahn | 104 | 6h 52m | $75.89 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 7 | 8h 42m | $71.81 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Großenkneten to Erfurt start from $34, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Erfurt. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Großenkneten leaves from Ahlhorn . And in Erfurt trains arrive at Erfurt-Bischleben and 4 other train stations.
From Großenkneten to Erfurt train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 8 hours and 42 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 5 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Großenkneten and Erfurt is approximately 180 miles, or 289 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 49 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Großenkneten to Erfurt on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Großenkneten at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 Großenkneten.
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 Großenkneten?
Main departure station: Ahlhorn
There is one train station in Großenkneten.
All train stations in Großenkneten:
Ahlhorn
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 Großenkneten will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Erfurt:
All train stations in Erfurt:
Vieselbach
Kühnhausen
Erfurt-Bischleben
Stotternheim
Erfurt-Gispersleben
Erfurt Ost
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