What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin to Gotha?

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Gotha is to bus which costs €27 - €60 and takes 4h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berlin to Gotha?

The fastest way to get from Berlin to Gotha is to train which takes 2h and costs €50 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Gotha?

No, there is no direct bus from Berlin to Gotha station. However, there are services departing from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Erfurt central train station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin and Gotha?

No, there is no direct train from Berlin to Gotha. However, there are services departing from Berlin Hbf and arriving at Gotha via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Berlin to Gotha?

The distance between Berlin and Gotha is 283 km. The road distance is 309.1 km.

How do I travel from Berlin to Gotha without a car?

The best way to get from Berlin to Gotha without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs €50 - €200.

How long does it take to get from Berlin to Gotha?

It takes approximately 2h to get from Berlin to Gotha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Gotha bus from?

Berlin to Gotha bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Gotha train from?

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

Train or bus from Berlin to Gotha?

The best way to get from Berlin to Gotha is to train which takes 2h and costs €50 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €60 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Berlin to Gotha bus arrive?

Berlin to Gotha bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Erfurt central train station.

Where does the Berlin to Gotha train arrive?

Berlin to Gotha train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.

Can I drive from Berlin to Gotha?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Gotha is 309 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Berlin to Gotha.

How do I get a train ticket from Berlin to Gotha?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Berlin to Gotha?

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Where can I stay near Gotha?

There are 1074+ hotels available in Gotha.

Berlin to Gotha - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Berlin to Gotha by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 29 / ...
2h
€51–192
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Erfurt central train stationbus N3216
4h 59m
€27–56
Drive 309.1 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Gothacar 309.1 km
3h 11m
€45–65
Train via Halle (Saale)
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Gothatrain Re / ...
3h 47m
€49–156

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Distance: 283.2 km
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Berlin, Germany and Gotha, Thuringia, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Erfurt Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €45–180 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Erfurt central train station 3 times a week. Tickets cost €23–40 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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