Train from Erfurt to Dortmund: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Erfurt to Dortmund on 27 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixTrainTrain
    Willy-Brandt-Platz
    Dortmund HauptbahnhofNo tags
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
    Train
    Erfurt Hbf
    Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundNo tags
    Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Train
    Erfurt Hbf
    Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundNo tags
    Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
    Erfurt Hbf
    Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundNo tags
    Deutsche BahnTrain
    Erfurt Hbf
    Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundNo tags

    Compare 3 ways to travel from Erfurt to Dortmund

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just €19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    2carpool per day
    3h 30mAverage duration
    257 kmDistance
    11kgCO₂ emissions
    Average price€29 - €54Average duration8h 55m
    6kg CO₂e
    Average price€22 - €146Average duration4h 37m
    6kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average price€19 - €28Average duration3h 30m
    11kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erfurt to Dortmund by train

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

    1. How much does a train ticket cost from Erfurt to Dortmund?

      The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Dortmund start from €22. The average price for this train route is around €54. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the train journey from Erfurt to Dortmund?

      The average train journey time from Erfurt to Dortmund is 4h 37m, covering a distance of 257 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 50m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

    3. Which train operators serve the Erfurt to Dortmund route?

      Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erfurt to Dortmund?

      The earliest train from Erfurt to Dortmund departs at 07:18. And the latest train departs at 20:50.

    5. Which is the best train operator from Erfurt to Dortmund?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

    6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Erfurt to Dortmund?

      According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

    7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Erfurt to Dortmund?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

    8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Erfurt to Dortmund?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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