How much does a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Erfurt cost?

The average train ticket price from Düsseldorf to Erfurt is $125. The best way to find train tickets from Düsseldorf to Erfurt is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Düsseldorf to Erfurt?

A train trip between Düsseldorf and Erfurt is around 5h 38m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 59m. This is the time it takes to travel the 186 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Düsseldorf and Erfurt?

The number of trains from Düsseldorf to Erfurt can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 24. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Düsseldorf to Erfurt by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Düsseldorf to Erfurt?

When taking the train from Düsseldorf to Erfurt, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Düsseldorf to Erfurt?

Trains traveling between Düsseldorf and Erfurt leave from Hbf or ZOB am Hbf and arrive at Willy-Brandt-Platz.

Train Düsseldorf to Erfurt from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Erfurt on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
S-Bahn + InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	7:58pm	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	6h 46m	2:44am	Erfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:27am	Duesseldorf Central	3h 59m	10:26am	Erfurt Hbf	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:04am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	4h 22m	10:26am	Erfurt Hbf	No tags
Regional-Express + Regionalbahn	Train	6:43am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	6h 3m	12:46pm	Erfurt Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:27am	Duesseldorf Central	3h 59m	10:26am	Erfurt Hbf	No tags

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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 $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

4hAverage Duration

185 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $61	Average Duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $278	Average Duration5h 38m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$26 - $48	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

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

Düsseldorf

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

Erfurt

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

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511,426 reviews

Staff4.2

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

How much does a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Erfurt cost?
How long is the train trip from Düsseldorf to Erfurt?
How many daily trains are there between Düsseldorf and Erfurt?
Which train companies travel from Düsseldorf to Erfurt?
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Düsseldorf to Erfurt?

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The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Erfurt was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $22

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 $22 to $200 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 $83 which is on 2025-11-25.