Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Dortmund | Erfurt central train station | CheapestFastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Dortmund | Willy-Brandt-Platz | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:21 CET.
Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund to Erfurt
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Erfurt?
Stops in Dortmund
- A
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen - BBrinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
- CDortmund, Germany
- D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany
Stops in Erfurt
- A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany - BAm Urbicher Kreuz, 99099 Erfurt, Germany
- CKurt-Schumacher-Straße 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
- D
Erfurt Hbf Bürgermeister-Wagner-Str.
Erfurt,, Germany - E
Erfurt Bushaltestelle
Willy-Brandt-Platz 4, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
Compare bus companies
Based on 12217 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £26
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dortmund to Erfurt
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Dortmund to Erfurt?
The cheapest coach tickets from Dortmund to Erfurt start from £26. The average price for this route is around £28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Dortmund to Erfurt?
The average bus journey time from Dortmund to Erfurt is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 160 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dortmund to Erfurt route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dortmund to Erfurt?
The earliest bus departs from Dortmund to Erfurt at 04:40. And the latest bus departs at 21:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dortmund to Erfurt?
A bus journey from Dortmund to Erfurt produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Erfurt was searched and found on 17 Feb 2026 with a price of £38To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dortmund to Erfurt as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £38 to £38 for a bus ticket from Dortmund to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2026-02-17.
