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Busbud recommends carpooling from Dortmund to ErfurtAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Dortmund to Erfurt: Trip Overview
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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.
Dortmund to Erfurt Bus
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The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Erfurt was searched and found on Jun 6, 2025 with a price of $46To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dortmund to Erfurt, as early as possible.
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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Dortmund to Erfurt but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Dortmund to Erfurt, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Dortmund to Erfurt.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Dortmund to Erfurt while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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