Train from Dresden to Erfurt: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Dresden to Erfurt on December 12
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Dresden Hbf
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Dresden Hbf
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Dresden Neustadt Train Station
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Deutsche Bahn EuroCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Dresden Hbf
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn EuroCity
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Dresden Neustadt Train Station
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Compare 3 ways to go from Dresden 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 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day
2h 20mAverage Duration
118 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$18 - $42Average Duration3h 20m
5kg CO₂e
Average Price$14 - $160Average Duration2h 6m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$14 - $24Average Duration2h 20m
8kg CO₂e

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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Erfurt start from $14. The average price for this train route is around $51. 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 Dresden to Erfurt?

    The average train ride duration from Dresden to Erfurt is 2h 6m, covering a distance of 117 miles (189 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 56m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.

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

    The earliest train departs from Dresden to Erfurt at 6:10am. And the latest train departs at 9:02pm.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveller 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.

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