Train from Düsseldorf to Erfurt: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Erfurt on 5 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain
ZOB am Hbf
Willy-Brandt-PlatzCheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE
Duesseldorf Central
Erfurt HbfFastest
Flixtrain
Hbf
Willy-Brandt-PlatzNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE
Duesseldorf Central
Erfurt HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
Duesseldorf Central
Erfurt HbfNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Düsseldorf to Erfurt

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 451, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day
4h 10mAverage duration
299 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 554 - R 943Average duration8h 40m
7kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 370 - R 4 551Average duration4h 5m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 451 - R 711Average duration4h 10m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Düsseldorf to Erfurt by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Erfurt?

    The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Erfurt start from R 1 370. The average price for this train route is around R 2 486. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Düsseldorf to Erfurt is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 298 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Erfurt departs at 06:24. And the latest train departs at 21:21.

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

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.

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

    Based on 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 offers the most punctual service from Düsseldorf to Erfurt?

    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 Düsseldorf to Erfurt?

    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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