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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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S-Bahn Stuttgart + Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Hbf | Erfurt Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Hbf | Willy-Brandt-Platz | No tags | ||||
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S-Bahn Stuttgart + Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Hbf | Erfurt Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Stuttgart to Erfurt
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 3 hours 46 minutes, and with fares starting at just SGD 20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Stuttgart and Erfurt?
Stuttgart
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Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany - C
Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart 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.
How much is the train ticket from Stuttgart to Erfurt?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Erfurt start at SGD 20. The average price for this train route is around SGD 102. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Stuttgart to Erfurt?
The average train trip from Stuttgart to Erfurt takes 3h 46m and covers 278 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 18m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Erfurt route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Erfurt?
The earliest train from Stuttgart to Erfurt departs at 6:05am. The latest train departs at 8:49pm.
What is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Erfurt?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Erfurt?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Stuttgart to Erfurt?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Erfurt was searched and found on Sep 22, 2026 with a price of SGD 29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stuttgart to Erfurt, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from SGD 29 to SGD 310 for a train ticket from Stuttgart to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SGD 29 which is on 2026-09-22.
Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
