Train from Erfurt to Dortmund: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Erfurt to Dortmund on December 11
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InterCityTrain
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Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundCheapestFastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
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Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
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Hbf Bus Stop - DortmundNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Erfurt to Dortmund

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
3h 20mAverage Duration
159 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$37 - $57Average Duration8h 55m
6kg CO₂e
Average Price$34 - $150Average Duration5h 9m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$24 - $35Average Duration3h 20m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Erfurt to Dortmund by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Erfurt to Dortmund?

    The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Dortmund start from $34. The average price for this train route is around $94. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Erfurt to Dortmund?

    The average train ride duration from Erfurt to Dortmund is 5h 9m, covering a distance of 159 miles (257 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

  3. Which train operators service the Erfurt to Dortmund route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Erfurt to Dortmund?

    The earliest train departs from Erfurt to Dortmund at 6:09am. And the latest train departs at 7:30pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Erfurt to Dortmund?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Erfurt to Dortmund?

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

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Erfurt to Dortmund?

    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.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Erfurt to Dortmund?

    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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