How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Erfurt?

The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Erfurt start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $125. 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 Düsseldorf to Erfurt?

The average train ride duration from Düsseldorf to Erfurt is 5h 12m, covering a distance of 186 miles (299 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 59m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Düsseldorf to Erfurt route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 40 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 Düsseldorf to Erfurt?

The earliest train departs from Düsseldorf to Erfurt at 6:04am. And the latest train departs at 11:53pm.

What is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Erfurt?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Düsseldorf to Erfurt?

According to Busbud traveller 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 Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Erfurt from $66 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Erfurt on December 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:30pm	ZOB am Hbf	7h 37m	8:07pm	Willy-Brandt-Platz	Cheapest
	7:22am	Duesseldorf Central	3h 46m	11:08am	Erfurt Hbf	Fastest
	9:27am	Hbf	8h 18m	5:45pm	Willy-Brandt-Platz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:57am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	5h 51m	12:48pm	Erfurt Hbf	No tags
	6:22am	Duesseldorf Central	4h 5m	10:27am	Erfurt Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:36 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Düsseldorf to Erfurt

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

4hAverage Duration

185 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $48	Average Duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $268	Average Duration5h 12m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$32 - $40	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

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

Düsseldorf

A
Hbf
Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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B
ZOB am Hbf
Fernbusbahnhof/Hbf Worringer Str. 140, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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C
Duesseldorf Airport
Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany

Erfurt

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

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/511 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511,693 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in DE:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Erfurt?
The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Erfurt start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $125. 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 Düsseldorf to Erfurt?
The average train ride duration from Düsseldorf to Erfurt is 5h 12m, covering a distance of 186 miles (299 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 59m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Düsseldorf to Erfurt route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 40 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 Düsseldorf to Erfurt?
The earliest train departs from Düsseldorf to Erfurt at 6:04am. And the latest train departs at 11:53pm.
What is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Erfurt?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Erfurt?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Düsseldorf to Erfurt?
According to Busbud traveller 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 Düsseldorf 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.

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

You can expect to pay from $66 to $271 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2025-12-23.