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Alte Synagoge
Museum inside the former Great Synagogue showing medieval Jewish history and the Erfurt Treasure in a compact historic setting.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Erfurt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Erfurt will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 21 trains from Düsseldorf to Erfurt, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 298 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 8 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Erfurt run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 298 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 298 km |
Average train duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Düsseldorf to Erfurt.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Erfurt trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 529 · ICE 692 | On time 8:19 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h08 | 12:27 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 8:38 Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h31 | 17:09 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 217 · ICE 1559 | On time 9:32 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h09 | 13:41 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1745 | On time 9:42 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h33 | 14:15 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 623 · ICE 690 | On time 10:19 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h08 | 14:27 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 11:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h19 | 19:45 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 627 · ICE 598 | On time 12:19 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h08 | 16:27 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
26417 · ICE 559 · ICE 881 · 3665 | 12:41 Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h05 | 17:46 Erfurt Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 726 · 26719 · ICE 881 · ICE 596 | On time 12:42 Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h45 | 18:27 Erfurt Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 549 · ICE 2375 · 26113 | On time 12:48 Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h02 | 18:50 Erfurt Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 549 · ICE 675 · 26113 | On time 12:48 Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h02 | 18:50 Erfurt Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 629 · ICE 9591 | 13:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h50 | 17:08 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 629 · ICE 751 | On time 13:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h50 | 17:08 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 229 · 4621 · ICE 502 | On time 13:25 Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h58 | 19:23 Erfurt Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 724 · 26721 · ICE 681 · ICE 278 | On time 13:39 Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h51 | 19:30 Erfurt Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 721 · ICE 596 | On time 14:19 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h08 | 18:27 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 109 · ICE 229 · 4621 · ICE 502 | On time 14:24 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h59 | 19:23 Erfurt Hbf | 3 changes | |
26421 · ICE 651 · ICE 883 · 3667 | 14:41 Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h05 | 19:46 Erfurt Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 723 · ICE 278 | On time 15:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h12 | 19:30 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1749 | On time 15:41 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h34 | 20:15 Erfurt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 725 · ICE 594 | On time 16:19 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h08 | 20:27 Erfurt Hbf | 1 change | |
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Museum inside the former Great Synagogue showing medieval Jewish history and the Erfurt Treasure in a compact historic setting.
Art museum in a Baroque palace with changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary art in elegant historic rooms.
City museum covering Erfurt’s development through artefacts, models and exhibitions in a grand former civic building.
Historic square framed by the cathedral and Severikirche. It hosts major events and offers one of Erfurt’s classic city views.
Broad citadel plateau and parkland with walking paths, bastions and excellent views over Erfurt’s old town and church towers.
The city’s central square and shopping area, surrounded by historic buildings and ideal for people-watching in the old town.
Thuringian grilled sausage seasoned with marjoram and caraway, traditionally charcoal-grilled and served with mustard; a defining Erfurt street food.
Hearty dumplings made from raw and cooked potatoes, a classic Sunday side in Thuringia, especially with roasts and rich gravies.
Slow-cooked beef roulade filled with bacon, onions, mustard and gherkin, commonly served with dumplings and red cabbage in local inns.
Elegant restaurant in the historic centre offering refined German and Thuringian cooking in a calm, polished dining room.
Traditional restaurant in the Krämerbrücke area serving Thuringian classics, especially bratwurst and dumplings, in a historic setting.
Long-established brewery pub with house beers and hearty regional food in a lively, rustic atmosphere near the old town.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Berlin or Munich, while public transport and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Round up in cafés and taxis, and tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Tell the server the total when paying rather than leaving coins on the table.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Erfurt by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Erfurt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Düsseldorf to Erfurt trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Erfurt Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Erfurt-Bischleben. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Erfurt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Erfurt Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Istanbul Grill, McDonald's, Masala, Planet Comics
Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt Hbf. ATMs are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Erfurt Hbf. Information desks are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Erfurt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Krämerbrücke, Intercity Hotel, Pension am Dom, Best Western Plus Hotel Excelsior.
Erfurt-Bischleben is 5 km from Erfurt city centre. Public transport options include:
Erfurt-Bischleben has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zur Schuhleiste, Bachstelze
Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt-Bischleben. ATMs are available at Erfurt-Bischleben.
Ticket office support is available at Erfurt-Bischleben. Information desks are available at Erfurt-Bischleben.
Luggage storage is available at Erfurt-Bischleben. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erfurt-Bischleben: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erfurt-Bischleben: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt-Bischleben.
Erfurt Nord is 2 km from Erfurt city centre. Public transport options include:
Erfurt Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Bruzelkiste Tag & Nacht, Pizzeria Vulcano, Bagdad Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt Nord. ATMs are available at Erfurt Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Erfurt Nord. Information desks are available at Erfurt Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Erfurt Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erfurt Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erfurt Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt Nord.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindeneck, Pension Feldschlößchen.
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