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

The average train ticket price from Erfurt to Düsseldorf is $89. The best way to find train tickets from Erfurt to Düsseldorf 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 Erfurt to Düsseldorf?

A train trip between Erfurt and Düsseldorf is around 5h 25m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 46m. This is the time it takes to travel the 186 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Erfurt and Düsseldorf?

The number of trains from Erfurt to Düsseldorf can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 43. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Erfurt to Düsseldorf by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Erfurt to Düsseldorf?

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

Train Erfurt to Düsseldorf from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Erfurt to Düsseldorf on September 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	6:33pm	Erfurt Hbf	6h 32m	1:05am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	Cheapest
	6:47pm	Erfurt Hbf	3h 49m	10:36pm	Duesseldorf Central	Fastest
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	6:09am	Erfurt Hbf	6h 26m	12:35pm	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	No tags
InterCity + Regional-Express	7:25am	Erfurt Hbf	5h 6m	12:31pm	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train + S-Bahn	12:18pm	Erfurt Hbf	5h 47m	6:05pm	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Erfurt to Düsseldorf on September 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	6:01pm	Erfurt Hbf	5h 11m	11:12pm	Duesseldorf Central	Cheapest
	7:49am	Erfurt Hbf	3h 47m	11:36am	Duesseldorf Central	Fastest
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	6:09am	Erfurt Hbf	5h 33m	11:42am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	No tags
InterCity + Regional-Express	7:18am	Erfurt Hbf	5h 13m	12:31pm	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	No tags
	7:49am	Erfurt Hbf	3h 47m	11:36am	Duesseldorf Central	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Erfurt to Düsseldorf.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $79	Average Duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$24 - $197	Average Duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $42	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Erfurt to Düsseldorf

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Düsseldorf. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest ticket

13kgCO₂ emissions

Train Erfurt to Düsseldorf: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$89

Average train trip duration5h 25m

Number of daily trains43

Earliest train departure6:09am

Distance186 miles (299 km)

Latest train departure11:41pm

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4.5/54 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness5

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.8

FlixTrain

3/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi0

FlixBus

3.5/510,491 reviews

Staff4.1

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:Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn, OBB Eurocity

Erfurt to Düsseldorf Train

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

Stops in Erfurt

A - Willy-Brandt-Platz

Stops in Düsseldorf

A - Hbf

B - ZOB am Hbf

C - Duesseldorf Airport

Frequently asked questions for your trip Erfurt - Düsseldorf

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/11

$55

09/12

$65

Today

No data

09/14

$102

09/15

$58

09/16

No data

09/17

$58

09/18

$65

The cheapest trip from Erfurt to Düsseldorf was searched and found on Sep 11, 2025 with a price of $55

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Erfurt to Düsseldorf, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $55 to $302 for a train ticket from Erfurt to Düsseldorf based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $58 which is on 2025-09-15.

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.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Erfurt to Düsseldorf is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Düsseldorf, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Erfurt and Düsseldorf, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Erfurt to Düsseldorf.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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Train from Düsseldorf to Erfurt

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