What is the cheapest way to get from Erfurt to Lübeck?

The cheapest way to get from Erfurt to Lübeck is to drive which costs €55 - €90 and takes 4h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Erfurt to Lübeck?

The fastest way to get from Erfurt to Lübeck is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs €55 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Erfurt and Lübeck?

No, there is no direct train from Erfurt to Lübeck. However, there are services departing from Erfurt Hbf and arriving at Luebeck Hbf via Buechen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Erfurt to Lübeck?

The distance between Erfurt and Lübeck is 571 km. The road distance is 415.7 km.

How do I travel from Erfurt to Lübeck without a car?

The best way to get from Erfurt to Lübeck without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs €120 - €550.

How long does it take to get from Erfurt to Lübeck?

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Erfurt to Lübeck, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erfurt to Lübeck train from?

Erfurt to Lübeck train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Erfurt Hbf station.

Where does the Erfurt to Lübeck train arrive?

Erfurt to Lübeck train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Buechen station.

Can I drive from Erfurt to Lübeck?

Yes, the driving distance between Erfurt to Lübeck is 416 km. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Erfurt to Lübeck.

How do I get a train ticket from Erfurt to Lübeck?

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Where can I stay near Lübeck?

There are 5665+ hotels available in Lübeck.

Erfurt to Lübeck - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Erfurt to Lübeck by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Buechentrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Buechen to Luebeck Hbftrain Re
4h 42m
€122–503
Drive 415.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Erfurt to Lübeckcar 415.7 km
4h 19m
€60–86
Train to Frankfurt, fly, train
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane FRA - HAM
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain
6h 17m
€142–422
Train via Hamburg
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Hamburg Dammtortrain 28
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain Re8 / ...
5h 23m
€121–479
Train to Nuremberg Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane NUE - HAM
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain
5h 58m
€155–454
Train to Leipzig-Halle Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain
2. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane LEJ - HAM
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain
6h 45m
€178–456

Erfurt to Lübeck by train

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Distance: 571.4 km
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from Erfurt Hbf to Luebeck Hbf via Buechen in around 4h 42m.

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