Checked offer from Erfurt to Berlin: Train, about 1h 41min, from €17. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 10, 2026): FlixTrain; main departure point: Erfurt Central.
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on November 10, 2026 for a departure on December 1, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain | Train | Erfurt Central | €17 | 5 |
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Practical tips
Train fares in Germany vary a lot with the date and how early you buy. Reserve as soon as your plans are fixed, and compare dates in the table so you do not overpay for a last-minute seat.
Erfurt has several smaller stops, but long-distance trains to Berlin leave from the main station. Check that your ticket says Erfurt Hbf, and look at the departure board for your platform as soon as you arrive.
Saver fares are usually the cheapest but tie you to one specific train. Flexible fares cost more and let you change. If your plans are firm, the saver fare is normally the better deal for a budget trip.
Berlin has several major stations, and not every train calls at all of them. Look at the arrival station on your e-ticket and match it to your hostel's nearest S-Bahn or U-Bahn line before you travel.
If you continue from Berlin to Prague, Warsaw, Copenhagen or Amsterdam, book that leg separately and leave generous time between arrival and departure. A delay then will not make you miss the last service of the day.
The journey experience
Erfurt to Berlin is one of the easiest legs of a Germany itinerary. You leave the compact old town of Thuringia's capital and reach the German capital without juggling bus stops or airport transfers. The comparison table on this page shows the options side by side, so you can decide in seconds.
The train is the option to look at here. Deutsche Bahn runs high-speed services between Erfurt Hauptbahnhof and Berlin, with comfortable seats, luggage racks, power sockets on many trains and room to walk around. You travel from city centre to city centre, so there is no airport check-in and no out-of-town terminal to find. Your e-ticket sits on your phone, which keeps a backpacking day simple.
Your best move is to book ahead, because fares are lowest when you buy early and tend to rise as the date approaches. Check the departure station on your ticket and note your arrival station in Berlin before you leave. If you are heading on to Prague, Warsaw or Copenhagen, treat the onward leg as a separate booking and keep a comfortable buffer. Book online and your e-ticket arrives instantly.
Frequently asked questions — Erfurt → Berlin
The train is the option verified for this route. It is fast, runs from city centre to city centre and needs no airport transfer. Fares start from 17 €, so it suits both budget travellers and those short on time. Use the comparison table on this page to check the latest figures before you book.
The journey takes between 1 h 40 and 1 h 50, depending on the train you choose. That makes it an easy morning or afternoon hop between two stops on a wider Germany itinerary. Check the exact departure and arrival times on the booking page before you confirm.
Train tickets start from 17 €, and typical fares go up to around 18 €. Prices depend on the date and on how early you book, so buying ahead gives you the best chance of the lowest fare. The table on this page shows current prices.
Trains leave from Erfurt Hauptbahnhof, the main station in the city. In Berlin they usually arrive at a central station, with Berlin Hauptbahnhof the most common. The arrival station can vary by train, so check your e-ticket and choose your accommodation's nearest S-Bahn or U-Bahn connection accordingly.
The journey time listed for this route, between 1 h 40 and 1 h 50, points to a fast service. Whether a particular departure is direct can differ from train to train, so check the details of each option on the booking page. Choosing a direct departure reduces the risk of a missed connection.
Why visit Berlin?
- ✓ Walk through the Brandenburg Gate and see the Reichstag dome with its panoramic views of the city
- ✓ Explore the East Side Gallery, a 1.3 km stretch of the Berlin Wall covered in murals
- ✓ Spend a day on Museum Island, home to the Pergamon Museum and the Neues Museum
- ✓ Dance the night away in legendary techno clubs of Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg
- ✓ Taste a currywurst or a döner kebab in Kreuzberg and browse the Markthalle Neun street food nights
When to visit Berlin?
TEMPERATE OCEANIC-CONTINENTAL CLIMATE
May to September — mild, sunny days and long evenings ideal for parks, beer gardens and terraces
What to do in Berlin?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Berlin?
Plan 3 to 4 days to cover Berlin properly: day one for Mitte (Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Museum Island), day two for the Wall history (East Side Gallery, Bernauer Strasse, Checkpoint Charlie), day three for neighborhoods like Kreuzberg, Neukölln and Prenzlauer Berg. With a fourth day, add Potsdam (Sanssouci) by S-Bahn. Book the Reichstag dome slot online several days ahead and get a multi-day transit pass.
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