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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCity + Regionalbahn | Train | Berlin Hbf | Erfurt Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Berlin Hbf | Erfurt Hbf | Fastest | ||||
 | Train | Hauptbahnhof | Willy-Brandt-Platz | No tags | ||||
Regional-Express + Regionalbahn | Train | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Erfurt Hbf | No tags | ||||
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Erfurt Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin to Erfurt
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 253, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Berlin and Erfurt?
Berlin
- AAm Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
- BEuropaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
- CSeegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
- D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - EHildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
- FKarolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
Erfurt
- A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Erfurt by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Erfurt?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Erfurt start from R 228. The average price for this train route is around R 863. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Erfurt?
The average train journey time from Berlin to Erfurt is 2h 54m, covering a distance of 236 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 36m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Erfurt route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 28 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Erfurt?
The earliest train from Berlin to Erfurt departs at 06:02. And the latest train departs at 23:17.
Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Erfurt?
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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Erfurt?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Berlin to Erfurt?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Berlin 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 Berlin to Erfurt was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 374To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berlin to Erfurt as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 374 to R 2 829 for a train ticket from Berlin to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 374, which is on 2025-12-13.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
