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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Erfurt Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof | Willy-Brandt-Platz | Fastest | ||||
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Erfurt Hbf | No tags | ||||
S-Bahn + Regional-Express | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Erfurt Hbf | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Erfurt Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Heidelberg to Erfurt
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Heidelberg and Erfurt?
Heidelberg
- A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
Erfurt
- A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg to Erfurt by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Heidelberg to Erfurt?
The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Erfurt start from £26. The average price for this train route is around £72. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Heidelberg to Erfurt?
The average train journey time from Heidelberg to Erfurt is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 151 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 13m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which train operators serve the Heidelberg to Erfurt route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Heidelberg to Erfurt?
The earliest train from Heidelberg to Erfurt departs at 06:02. And the latest train departs at 23:19.
Which is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Erfurt?
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 Heidelberg to Erfurt?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Heidelberg to Erfurt?
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 Heidelberg to Erfurt?
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 Heidelberg to Erfurt was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Heidelberg to Erfurt as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £29 to £143 for a train ticket from Heidelberg to Erfurt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £29, which is on 2025-12-06.
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.
