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Trip Summary
You can pick from 34 daily train trips between Gotha and Erkrath. The average train journey from Gotha to Erkrath takes 6 hours and 23 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 4 hours and 53 minutes.
| Distance | 166 mi (267 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 53m |
| Lowest price | $78.07 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Gotha to Erkrath?
Deutsche Bahn is the one and only train line which connects Gotha to Erkrath. However, there are 34 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 34 | 6h 24m | $78.07 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Gotha and Erkrath is approximately 166 miles, or 267 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 23 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 53 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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Gotha to Erkrath. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Gotha 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 34 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
Station Information
Where is the train station in Gotha?
Main departure station: Gotha Ost
There is one train station in Gotha.
All train stations in Gotha:
Gotha Ost
Where is the train station in Erkrath?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Erkrath receives travelers from Gotha at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Erkrath:
Train Station
Erkrath-Nord
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