The average train between Trier and Erfurt takes 7h 53m and the fastest train takes 6h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Trier 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Trier and Erfurt. The earliest departure is at 5:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Trier is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Erfurt at 9:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Koblenz Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 7h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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10h 14m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Trier 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.
No, there is no direct train from Trier to Erfurt. However, there are services departing from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station and arriving at Erfurt Hbf station via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof station and Frankfurt station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.
Trier to Erfurt train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.
Trier to Erfurt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.
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The distance between Trier and Erfurt is 339.4 km. The road distance is 408 km.
You can take a train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof and Frankfurt in around 6h 14m.