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Trip Summary
20 trains operate daily from Merseburg to Erfurt. The train trip from Merseburg to Erfurt is usually about 2 hours and 9 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as one hour and 38 minutes.
| Distance | 49 mi (79 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 38m |
| Lowest price | $20.21 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Merseburg to Erfurt?
Deutsche Bahn is the one and only train line which connects Merseburg to Erfurt. However, there are 20 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 20 | 2h 10m | $23.29 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Merseburg to Erfurt are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Merseburg at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 20 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 Merseburg.
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 Merseburg?
Main departure station: Beuna(Geiseltal)
There are two stations in Merseburg where you can board the train to Erfurt.
All train stations in Merseburg:
Beuna(Geiseltal)
Merseburg Bergmannsring
Where is the train station in Erfurt?
Main arrival station: Stotternheim
There are more train stations and stops in Erfurt than most cities. Most trains from Merseburg will stop at one (or more) of the 5 following stations in Erfurt:
All train stations in Erfurt:
Stotternheim
Erfurt-Bischleben
Vieselbach
Erfurt-Gispersleben
Kühnhausen
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