How much does a train ticket cost from Berlin to Erfurt?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Erfurt start from £9. The average price for this train route is around £25. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Berlin to Erfurt?

The average train journey time from Berlin to Erfurt is 1h 41m, covering a distance of 147 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 35m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Berlin to Erfurt route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 21 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Erfurt?

The earliest train from Berlin to Erfurt departs at 06:36. And the latest train departs at 21:27.

Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Erfurt?

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.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Erfurt?

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

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Berlin 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.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin 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.

Train Berlin to Erfurt from £8 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Erfurt on 26 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:52	Berlin Hbf	1h 40m	21:32	Erfurt Hbf	Cheapest
19:36	Berlin Hbf	1h 36m	21:12	Erfurt Hbf	Fastest
19:36	Berlin Hbf	1h 36m	21:12	Erfurt Hbf	No tags
19:36	Berlin Hbf	1h 36m	21:12	Erfurt Hbf	No tags
19:36	Berlin Hbf	1h 36m	21:12	Erfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Erfurt on 27 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:52	Berlin Hbf	1h 40m	21:32	Erfurt Hbf	Cheapest
06:36	Berlin Hbf	1h 36m	08:12	Erfurt Hbf	Fastest
15:57	Hauptbahnhof	1h 48m	17:45	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags
06:36	Berlin Hbf	1h 36m	08:12	Erfurt Hbf	No tags
16:04	Berlin Südkreuz	1h 41m	17:45	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Erfurt on 28 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 27m	11:45	Willy-Brandt-Platz	Cheapest
06:36	Berlin Hbf	1h 36m	08:12	Erfurt Hbf	Fastest
15:57	Hauptbahnhof	1h 48m	17:45	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags
06:36	Berlin Hbf	1h 36m	08:12	Erfurt Hbf	No tags
09:26	Berlin Südkreuz	2h 19m	11:45	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Erfurt on 29 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:57	Hauptbahnhof	1h 48m	13:45	Willy-Brandt-Platz	Cheapest
06:36	Berlin Hbf	1h 36m	08:12	Erfurt Hbf	Fastest
09:18	Hauptbahnhof	2h 27m	11:45	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags
06:36	Berlin Hbf	1h 36m	08:12	Erfurt Hbf	No tags
15:57	Hauptbahnhof	1h 48m	17:45	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Erfurt on 30 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:05	Berlin Hbf	1h 43m	20:48	Erfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	06:36	Berlin Hbf	1h 36m	08:12	Erfurt Hbf	Fastest
	07:57	Hauptbahnhof	1h 48m	09:45	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	8h 25m	13:45	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags
	06:36	Berlin Hbf	1h 36m	08:12	Erfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Erfurt on 31 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:05	Berlin Hbf	1h 43m	14:48	Erfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	06:36	Berlin Hbf	1h 36m	08:12	Erfurt Hbf	Fastest
	11:57	Hauptbahnhof	1h 48m	13:45	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	8h 25m	13:45	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags
	06:36	Berlin Hbf	1h 36m	08:12	Erfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Erfurt on 1 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:36	Berlin Hbf	1h 36m	08:12	Erfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
	09:57	Hauptbahnhof	1h 48m	11:45	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	6h 25m	11:45	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags
	06:36	Berlin Hbf	1h 36m	08:12	Erfurt Hbf	No tags
	11:57	Hauptbahnhof	1h 48m	13:45	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin to Erfurt

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 1 hour 41 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21train per day

1h 41mAverage duration

147 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£17 - £59	Average duration7h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£9 - £131	Average duration1h 41m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£10 - £30	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Berlin and Erfurt?

Berlin

A
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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B
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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C
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Erfurt

A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wi‑Fi5

FlixTrain

3/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

Wi‑Fi1.8

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi3.2

FlixBus

3.5/512,154 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Erfurt by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Berlin to Erfurt?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Erfurt start from £9. The average price for this train route is around £25. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Erfurt?
The average train journey time from Berlin to Erfurt is 1h 41m, covering a distance of 147 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 35m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Erfurt route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 21 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Erfurt?
The earliest train from Berlin to Erfurt departs at 06:36. And the latest train departs at 21:27.
Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Erfurt?
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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Erfurt?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Berlin 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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin 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.

Best price found

24/01

£20

25/01

£55

Today

£21

27/01

£32

28/01

£18

29/01

£20

30/01

£20

31/01

£17

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Erfurt was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of £17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berlin to Erfurt as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £17 to £134 for a train ticket from Berlin to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2026-01-31.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE 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.