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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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Flixbus + Flixtrain | Erdberg | Willy-Brandt-Platz | Cheapest | |||||
 | Wien Hauptbahnhof | Erfurt Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Flughafen / Airport (VIE) | Willy-Brandt-Platz | No tags | |||||
| Wien Hauptbahnhof | Erfurt Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Wien Hauptbahnhof | Erfurt Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Vienna to Erfurt
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 5 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just £54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Vienna and Erfurt?
Vienna
- AFelberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
- C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria - D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria - ELandstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
- F
Belvedere
Am Belvedere 1, 1100 Wien, Austria
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna 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 Vienna to Erfurt?
The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Erfurt start from £54. The average price for this train route is around £116. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Vienna to Erfurt?
The average train journey time from Vienna to Erfurt is 5h 31m, covering a distance of 307 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 31m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Vienna to Erfurt route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vienna to Erfurt?
The earliest train from Vienna to Erfurt departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 19:13.
Which is the best train operator from Vienna 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 Vienna 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 Vienna to Erfurt?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Vienna 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 Vienna to Erfurt was searched and found on 17 Jan 2026 with a price of £64To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Vienna to Erfurt as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £64 to £201 for a train ticket from Vienna to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £64, which is on 2026-01-17.
