How much is the train ticket from Nuremberg to Erfurt?

The cheapest train tickets from Nuremberg to Erfurt start at $27. The average price for this train route is around $71. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Nuremberg to Erfurt?

The average train trip from Nuremberg to Erfurt takes 1h 19m and covers 170 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 7m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Nuremberg to Erfurt route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nuremberg to Erfurt?

The earliest train from Nuremberg to Erfurt departs at 6:10am. The latest train departs at 8:07pm.

What is the best train operator from Nuremberg to Erfurt?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Nuremberg to Erfurt?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Nuremberg to Erfurt?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Nuremberg to Erfurt?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Nuremberg to Erfurt from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Nuremberg to Erfurt on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:03am	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 41m	9:44am	Erfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:00am	Bahnhofstraße, 11	9h 45m	11:45am	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags
	6:31am	Nuremberg Central Train Station	3h 9m	9:40am	Erfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:55am	Bahnhofstraße, 11	8h 12m	8:07pm	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags
	6:31am	Nuremberg Central Train Station	3h 9m	9:40am	Erfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Nuremberg to Erfurt on December 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:03am	Nuremberg Central Train Station	2h 41m	9:44am	Erfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:00am	Bahnhofstraße, 11	9h 45m	11:45am	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags
	6:31am	Nuremberg Central Train Station	3h 9m	9:40am	Erfurt Hbf	No tags
	6:31am	Nuremberg Central Train Station	3h 9m	9:40am	Erfurt Hbf	No tags
	6:31am	Nuremberg Central Train Station	3h 9m	9:40am	Erfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Nuremberg to Erfurt on December 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:05pm	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 18m	7:23pm	Erfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	6:36am	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 8m	7:44am	Erfurt Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:40am	Bahnhofstraße, 11	8h 5m	9:45am	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags
	6:36am	Nuremberg Central Train Station	1h 8m	7:44am	Erfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:00am	Bahnhofstraße, 11	9h 45m	11:45am	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:40 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Nuremberg to Erfurt

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

171 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$45 - $151	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$27 - $159	Average Duration1h 19m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$21 - $38	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Nuremberg and Erfurt?

Nuremberg

A
Bahnhofstraße, 11
Bahnhofstraße, 11, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany
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B
Nürnberg Nordostbf.
Nürnberg Nordost, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany
C
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz, 90489 Nürnberg, Germany
D
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf, 90453 Nürnberg, Germany
E
Nürnberg Ziegelstein
Nürnberg Ziegelstein, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany
F
Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.
Rothenburger Str., 90439 Nürnberg, Germany

Erfurt

A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nuremberg to Erfurt by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Nuremberg to Erfurt?
The cheapest train tickets from Nuremberg to Erfurt start at $27. The average price for this train route is around $71. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Nuremberg to Erfurt?
The average train trip from Nuremberg to Erfurt takes 1h 19m and covers 170 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 7m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Nuremberg to Erfurt route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nuremberg to Erfurt?
The earliest train from Nuremberg to Erfurt departs at 6:10am. The latest train departs at 8:07pm.
What is the best train operator from Nuremberg to Erfurt?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Nuremberg to Erfurt?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Nuremberg to Erfurt?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Nuremberg to Erfurt?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-11

$100

12-12

$101

Today

$101

12-14

$75

12-15

$26

12-16

$26

12-17

No data

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No data

The cheapest trip from Nuremberg to Erfurt was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $26

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Nuremberg to Erfurt, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $26 to $271 for a train ticket from Nuremberg to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-12-15.