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Compare 2 ways to go from Dresden to Erfurt
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 250, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dresden 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 Dresden to Erfurt?
The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Erfurt start from R 158. The average price for this train route is around R 732. 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 Dresden to Erfurt?
The average train ride duration from Dresden to Erfurt is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 117 miles (189 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 56m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Dresden to Erfurt route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 15 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dresden to Erfurt?
The earliest train departs from Dresden to Erfurt at 6:09am. And the latest train departs at 9:12pm.
What is the best train operator from Dresden to Erfurt?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden to Erfurt?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Dresden to Erfurt?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dresden to Erfurt?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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 Dresden to Erfurt was searched and found on Aug 5, 2026 with a price of R 138To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dresden to Erfurt, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 138 to R 2 411 for a train ticket from Dresden to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 138 which is on 2026-08-05.
