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Trip Summary
You can pick from 77 daily train trips between Erfurt and Lübeck. The average train journey from Erfurt to Lübeck takes 6 hours and 52 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 5 hours and 16 minutes.
| Distance | 200 mi (321 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 16m |
| Lowest price | $45.82 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Erfurt to Lübeck?
2 train services operate from Erfurt to Lübeck. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 51 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 51 | 6h 40m | $100.31 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 35 | 7h 26m | $92.88 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Erfurt to Lübeck start from $46, and on average cost . Daily there are 35 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Lübeck. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Erfurt leaves from Erfurt-Bischleben and 3 other stations. And in Lübeck trains arrive at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand and 2 other train stations.
From Erfurt to Lübeck train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 26 minutes. If you are looking to get to Lübeck faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 16 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 8 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Lübeck.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Erfurt and Lübeck is approximately 200 miles, or 321 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 52 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 16 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 Erfurt to Lübeck on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Erfurt 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 77 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 Lübeck to Erfurt.
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 Erfurt?
Main departure station: Stotternheim
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Erfurt where you can board the train.
All train stations in Erfurt:
Stotternheim
Vieselbach
Kühnhausen
Erfurt-Bischleben
Where is the train station in Lübeck?
Main arrival station: Lübeck-Travemünde Strand
There are more train stations and stops in Lübeck than most cities. Most trains from Erfurt will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Lübeck:
All train stations in Lübeck:
Lübeck-Travemünde Strand
Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen
Lübeck-Travem. Skandinavienkai
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