How much does a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Erfurt cost?

The average train ticket price from Salzburg to Erfurt is US$47. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salzburg to Erfurt is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from Salzburg to Erfurt?

A train trip between Salzburg and Erfurt is around 4h 24m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 23m. This is the time it takes to travel the 383 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Salzburg and Erfurt?

The number of trains from Salzburg to Erfurt can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Salzburg to Erfurt by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Salzburg to Erfurt?

Trains travelling between Salzburg and Erfurt leave from Hbf or P+R Süd and arrive at Willy-Brandt-Platz.

Train Salzburg to Erfurt from US$33 | Refundable Tickets

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This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: June 18 at 12:00pm
Departure city: Salzburg
Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
Arrival time: June 18 at 4:24pm
Destination city: Erfurt
Destination location: Erfurt Hbf
Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 4h 24m
Departure time: June 18 at 6:12am
Departure city: Salzburg
Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
Arrival time: June 18 at 11:09am
Destination city: Erfurt
Destination location: Erfurt Hbf
Operated by: S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 4h 57m
Departure time: June 18 at 12:00pm
Departure city: Salzburg
Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
Arrival time: June 18 at 4:24pm
Destination city: Erfurt
Destination location: Erfurt Hbf
Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 4h 24m
Departure time: June 18 at 2:00pm
Departure city: Salzburg
Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
Arrival time: June 18 at 6:24pm
Destination city: Erfurt
Destination location: Erfurt Hbf
Operated by: EuroCity Train + Deutsche Bahn ICE
EuroCity Train + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 4h 24m
Departure time: June 18 at 6:12am
Departure city: Salzburg
Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
Arrival time: June 18 at 11:09am
Destination city: Erfurt
Destination location: Erfurt Hbf
Operated by: S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 4h 57m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Salzburg to Erfurt

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average PriceUS$41 - US$55	Average Duration14h 50m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train	Average PriceUS$34 - US$122	Average Duration4h 24m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly

Busbud recommends taking the train from Salzburg to Erfurt

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 4 hours 24 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

4h 24mAverage Duration

US$34Cheapest ticket

9kgCO₂ emissions

Train Salzburg to Erfurt: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change

Average Ticket PriceUS$47

Average train trip duration4h 24m

Number of daily trains4

Earliest train departure6:12am

Distance380 km

Latest train departure11:08pm

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4.5/57 reviews

Based on 7 reviews, Deutsche Bahn ICE was rated 4.5 stars for this trip. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at US$35.00, with the trip lasting on average 4h23.

DE train and bus companies:RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn, Slovak Rail, OBB Eurocity, Deutsche Bahn Regio

Salzburg to Erfurt Train

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

Stops in Salzburg

A - Hbf

B - P+R Süd

C - Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt

D - Salzburg Gnigl

E - Salzburg Aiglhof

Stops in Erfurt

A - Willy-Brandt-Platz

Frequently asked questions on the trip Salzburg - Erfurt

How much does a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Erfurt cost?
The average train ticket price from Salzburg to Erfurt is US$47. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salzburg to Erfurt is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Salzburg to Erfurt?
A train trip between Salzburg and Erfurt is around 4h 24m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 23m. This is the time it takes to travel the 383 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Salzburg and Erfurt?
The number of trains from Salzburg to Erfurt can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Salzburg to Erfurt by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Salzburg to Erfurt?
Trains travelling between Salzburg and Erfurt leave from Hbf or P+R Süd and arrive at Willy-Brandt-Platz.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Salzburg and Erfurt is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Erfurt.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Erfurt, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Salzburg and Erfurt, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your real-life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your train ride from Salzburg to Erfurt.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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