Pforzheim to Erfurt Trains

Trip Overview

The average train between Pforzheim and Erfurt takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Pforzheim to Erfurt. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 9m
Duration: 424 km
Distance: €89
Average price: Every 3 hours
Frequency

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Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbftrain 12 / ...

4h 52m

€70–173

Pforzheim to Erfurt train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Pforzheim and Erfurt. The earliest departure is at 12:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Pforzheim is at 7:31 PM which arrives into Erfurt at 11:31 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

5:10 AM → 9:30 AM
4h 20m • 1 change
7:31 AM → 11:30 AM
3h 59m • 1 change
9:31 AM → 1:30 PM
3h 59m • 1 change
11:31 AM → 3:30 PM
3h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

5:10 AM → 9:30 AM
4h 20m • 1 change
7:31 AM → 11:30 AM
3h 59m • 1 change
9:31 AM → 1:30 PM
3h 59m • 1 change
11:31 AM → 3:30 PM
3h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

5:10 AM → 9:30 AM
4h 20m • 1 change
7:31 AM → 11:30 AM
3h 59m • 1 change
9:31 AM → 1:30 PM
3h 59m • 1 change
11:31 AM → 3:30 PM
3h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

5:10 AM → 9:30 AM
4h 20m • 1 change
7:31 AM → 11:30 AM
3h 59m • 1 change
9:31 AM → 1:30 PM
3h 59m • 1 change
11:31 AM → 3:30 PM
3h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

5:10 AM → 9:30 AM
4h 20m • 1 change
7:31 AM → 11:30 AM
3h 59m • 1 change
9:31 AM → 1:30 PM
3h 59m • 1 change
11:31 AM → 3:30 PM
3h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

12:57 AM → 9:30 AM
8h 33m • 1 change
7:31 AM → 11:30 AM
3h 59m • 1 change
9:31 AM → 1:30 PM
3h 59m • 1 change
11:31 AM → 3:30 PM
3h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

12:57 AM → 9:30 AM
8h 33m • 1 change
7:31 AM → 11:30 AM
3h 59m • 1 change
9:31 AM → 1:30 PM
3h 59m • 1 change
11:31 AM → 3:30 PM
3h 59m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pforzheim to Erfurt? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

What companies run services between Pforzheim, Germany and Erfurt, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €65–150 and the journey takes 3h 31m.

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