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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Erfurt Hbf | Duesseldorf Central | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Erfurt Hbf | Duesseldorf Central | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Erfurt Hbf | Dusseldorf Airport Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Erfurt Hbf | Dusseldorf Airport Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Erfurt Hbf | Duesseldorf Central | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Erfurt to Düsseldorf
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Düsseldorf. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 350, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Erfurt and Düsseldorf?
Erfurt
- A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
Düsseldorf
- AKonrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
- BFernbusbahnhof/Hbf Worringer Str. 140, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
- C
Duesseldorf Airport
Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erfurt to Düsseldorf 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 Erfurt to Düsseldorf?
The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Düsseldorf start from R 513. The average price for this train route is around R 1 939. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Erfurt to Düsseldorf?
The average train journey time from Erfurt to Düsseldorf is 5h 37m, covering a distance of 298 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 7m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Erfurt to Düsseldorf route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 30 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 Erfurt to Düsseldorf?
The earliest train from Erfurt to Düsseldorf departs at 06:09. And the latest train departs at 23:20.
Which is the best train operator from Erfurt to Düsseldorf?
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 Erfurt to Düsseldorf?
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 Erfurt to Düsseldorf?
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 Erfurt to Düsseldorf?
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 Erfurt to Düsseldorf was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 715To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Erfurt to Düsseldorf as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 715 to R 4 206 for a train ticket from Erfurt to Düsseldorf based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 715, which is on 2025-12-15.
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.
