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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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 | Train | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Willy-Brandt-Platz | No tags | ||||
| Train | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Willy-Brandt-Platz | No tags | ||||
| Train | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Willy-Brandt-Platz | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Erfurt Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Erfurt Hbf | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go 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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Dortmund and Erfurt?
Erfurt
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Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about traveling 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.
How much is the train ticket from Dortmund to Erfurt?
The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Erfurt start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $84. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Erfurt?
The average train ride duration from Dortmund to Erfurt is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 159 miles (257 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 33m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Dortmund to Erfurt route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dortmund to Erfurt?
The earliest train departs from Dortmund to Erfurt at 6:23am. And the latest train departs at 10:36pm.
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, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Erfurt?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Dortmund to Erfurt?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Dortmund to Erfurt?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Dortmund to Erfurt was searched and found on Feb 4, 2026 with a price of $22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dortmund to Erfurt, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $22 to $178 for a train ticket from Dortmund to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2026-02-04.
