The average train between Manchester and Erfurt takes 13h 14m and the fastest train takes 10h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester 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 twice daily between Manchester and Erfurt. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Erfurt at 4:27 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 13h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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10h 52m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Erfurt. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly station and arriving at Erfurt Hbf station via London Euston station, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station and Frankfurt station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 14m.
Manchester to Erfurt train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Erfurt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.
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The distance between Manchester and Erfurt is 944 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Erfurt Hbf via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Brussels-Midi, Bruxelles Midi, and Frankfurt in around 11h 53m.