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Trip Summary
There are usually 280 daily train trips available from Almere to Erfurt. Traveling by train from Almere to Erfurt usually takes 10 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 6 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 264 mi (425 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 55m |
| Lowest price | $35.70 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Almere to Erfurt?
There are 3 train lines with service from Almere to Erfurt. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 192 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 5 | 7h 53m | $78.88 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 192 | 10h 6m | $95.68 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 90 | 11h 48m | $107.73 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Almere to Erfurt start from $53, and on average cost . Daily there are 90 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Erfurt. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Almere leaves from Almere Oostvaarders and 3 other stations. And in Erfurt trains arrive at Stotternheim and 3 other train stations.
From Almere to Erfurt train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 11 hours and 48 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 6 hours and 55 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Almere and Erfurt is approximately 264 miles, or 425 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 32 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 55 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.
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Almere to Erfurt. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday 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 Almere 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 280 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 Almere.
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 Almere?
Main departure station: Almere Oostvaarders
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Almere where you can board the train.
All train stations in Almere:
Almere Oostvaarders
Almere Poort
Almere Buiten
Almere Muziekwijk
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 Almere will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Erfurt:
All train stations in Erfurt:
Stotternheim
Vieselbach
Erfurt-Bischleben
Kühnhausen
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