Train from Erfurt to Heidelberg: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Erfurt to Heidelberg on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixTrainTrain
    Willy-Brandt-Platz
    Heidelberg HauptbahnhofNo tags
    FlixTrainTrain
      Willy-Brandt-Platz
      Heidelberg HauptbahnhofNo tags
      FlixTrainTrain
        Willy-Brandt-Platz
        Heidelberg HauptbahnhofNo tags
        FlixTrainTrain
          Willy-Brandt-Platz
          Heidelberg HauptbahnhofNo tags
          FlixTrainTrain
            Willy-Brandt-Platz
            Heidelberg HauptbahnhofNo tags

            Compare 2 ways to travel from Erfurt to Heidelberg

            We recommend taking the bus

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            2bus per day
            7h 15mAverage duration
            151 milesDistance
            6kgCO₂ emissions
            Average price£19 - £21Average duration7h 15m
            6kg CO₂e
            Average price£18 - £149Average duration3h 55m
            6kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erfurt to Heidelberg by train

            Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

            1. How much does a train ticket cost from Erfurt to Heidelberg?

              The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Heidelberg start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £63. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

            2. How long is the train journey from Erfurt to Heidelberg?

              The average train journey time from Erfurt to Heidelberg is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 151 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 13m and is operated by FlixTrain.

            3. Which train operators serve the Erfurt to Heidelberg route?

              Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

            4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erfurt to Heidelberg?

              The earliest train from Erfurt to Heidelberg departs at 06:09. And the latest train departs at 20:18.

            5. Which is the best train operator from Erfurt to Heidelberg?

              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.

            6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Erfurt to Heidelberg?

              According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

            7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Erfurt to Heidelberg?

              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.

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

              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

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