Train from Dortmund to Erfurt: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Dortmund to Erfurt on December 16
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FlixTrainTrain
    Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
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    FlixTrainTrain
      Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
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      FlixTrainTrain
        Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
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        FlixTrainTrain
          Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
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          FlixTrainTrain
            Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
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            Compare 3 ways to go from Dortmund 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 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            1carpool per day
            3h 20mAverage Duration
            257 kmDistance
            11kgCO₂ emissions
            Average Price$48 - $70Average Duration9h 20m
            6kg CO₂e
            Average Price$82 - $254Average Duration5h 1m
            6kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            Average Price$38 - $44Average Duration3h 20m
            11kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund to Erfurt by train

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

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

              The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Erfurt start at $82. The average price for this train route is around $132. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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

              The average train trip from Dortmund to Erfurt takes 5h 1m and covers 257 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 42m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

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

              Several major train operators serve 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 Dortmund to Erfurt?

              The earliest train from Dortmund to Erfurt departs at 6:39am. The latest train departs at 8:45pm.

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

              According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

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

              Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

            7. Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Dortmund 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 Dortmund 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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