Munich to Erfurt train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RB,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Erfurt

Showing times and prices for Dec 01

Cheapest price

€60

Average price

€67

Fastest journey

2 h 13 m

Average duration

2 h 27 m

Trains per day

9

Distance

318 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Erfurt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Munich to Erfurt will cost around €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.

Fast trains

Of the 9 trains that leave Munich for Erfurt on Mon, Dec 01, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Dec 01 the direct trains cover the 318 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .

On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest trains will take 2 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Deutsche BahnICE 1612
08:54AM2h32
Munich Hbf
11:26AMErfurt Hbf
€601One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 706
01:53PM2h31
Munich Hbf
04:24PMErfurt Hbf
€601One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 630 · ICE 1694
09:17AM2h45
Munich Hbf
12:02PMErfurt Hbf
€601One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 504
02:56PM2h30
Munich Hbf
05:26PMErfurt Hbf
€601One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 800
09:54AM2h30
Munich Hbf
12:24PMErfurt Hbf
€701One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Munich to Erfurt

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Erfurt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €27.

Distance: 318 km

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€76

Average price

€48

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Cheapest

3h 9m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 39m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 4m

Average total duration

6h 34m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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Live departures

Munich to Erfurt train times

The table below shows live departures for Munich to Erfurt trains for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:07 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahnICE 1612
On time
7:54 AM Munich Hbf
2h32
10:26 AM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 630 · ICE 1694
On time
8:17 AM Munich Hbf
2h45
11:02 AM Erfurt Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 800
On time
8:54 AM Munich Hbf
2h30
11:24 AM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 508
On time
9:56 AM Munich Hbf
2h30
12:26 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1004
On time
10:56 AM Munich Hbf
2h13
1:09 PM Erfurt Hbf		0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Munich to Erfurt

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Trains from Munich to Erfurt run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 318 km distance in 2h 16m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
318 km
Average train duration
2h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
€27
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
2h 16m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:57
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Munich to Erfurt trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Munich and Erfurt from €27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 18m
Cheapest Price
€18
Deutsche Bahn frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

FAQs: Trains from Munich to Erfurt

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Erfurt by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Erfurt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The average journey time by train from Munich to Erfurt is 3 h 25 min   to travel the 318 km long journey, with around there are 17 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Munich to Erfurt leaves at 06: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Munich to Erfurt leaves at 22: 00.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Munich to Erfurt without having to change trains with Deutsche Bahn. There are 17 direct trains from Munich to Erfurt each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Munich to Erfurt train with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip to Erfurt from Munich as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 00.

When departing from Munich, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Munich Hbf, Munich Airport Terminal station and Munich Ost. When arriving in Erfurt, you can end your route in train stations like Erfurt Hbf, Erfurt Nord station and Erfurt Ost station.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Munich Hbf, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Erfurt Hbf, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a train from Munich to Erfurt is January.
You have options as you can travel from Munich to Erfurt 2 different ways: coach or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Munich to Erfurt

Munich
Erfurt
The major train station for departures in Munich is München Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at München Hbf for your trip from Munich to Erfurt.
München HbfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 Munich, Germany
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
Lockers
Lockers
  • The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
Dining
  • Cantina Estación Mediterrano
  • Rischart Bakery
  • Ditsch Pretzels
  • backWERK
  • Cafe-Shop
  • Le Crobag
  • Yorma's
  • Coffee Fellows
  • Dunkin Donuts
  • McDonald's
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • a&o München Hauptbahnhof
  • IntercityHotel München
  • Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
München OstWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
München Ost, Orleansplatz 11, 81667 München
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
  • Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Dining
Dining
  • Haidhauser Augustiner
  • Burger King
  • Tassilogarten
  • Mitani
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hilton Munich City
  • MOMA1890
  • Mk Hotel
  • Hotel Pension Christl
München HackerbrückeWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
München-Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstr. 31, 80335 München
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Dining
Dining
  • Augustiner Bräustuben
  • Lenz
  • Das Bad
  • Subway
Hotel
Hotel
  • Theresienhöhe
  • Hotel Schweiz
  • Hotel Uhland
  • Germania
München KarlsplatzWifiLockersShoppingParkingTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
München Karlsplatz, Karlsplatz, 80331 München
München MarienplatzWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
München Marienplatz, Marienplatz, 80331 München
Dining
Dining
  • Ratskeller
  • Klenze 17
  • Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
  • Burger King
Hotel
Hotel
  • Unsöld's Factory Hotel
  • Hotel Domus
  • Hotel Mercure München Altstadt
  • Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude
München-PasingWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
München-Pasing, Pasinger Bahnhofsplatz 7-9 6-10, 81241 München
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
  • Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
8 km
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • McDonald's
  • Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans
  • Orexi Taverna
Hotel
Hotel
  • Guenstigwohnen24.de
  • Jagdschloss Residenz
  • Hotel Miano
München-SollnWifiLockersShoppingParkingTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
München-Solln, Bichlerstr. 72, 81349 München
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
München-Neuperlach SüdWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
München-Neuperlach Süd, Carl-Wery-Str., 81739 München
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
Dining
Dining
  • Minoa
  • 089 Burger & more
  • Traublinger
  • Brandl
Hotel
Hotel
  • Mercure Hotel München Neuperlach Süd
  • Hotel Perlach Allee
München, Hbf NordParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
address
Address
Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 München, Germany
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km

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