Düsseldorf to Erfurt by train
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Travelling from Düsseldorf to Erfurt by train
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The fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Erfurt take around 3 hours and 44 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 298 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Düsseldorf is scheduled to depart at around 01:32. The last departure is usually at around 23:41 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Düsseldorf at around 02:39, with the last train leaving at around 23:38. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 74 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 3 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$224.00.
We think any time is a great time to visit Erfurt, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Erfurt.
Is there a direct train from Düsseldorf to Erfurt?
The journey between Düsseldorf and Erfurt usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Düsseldorf to Erfurt every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Düsseldorf to Erfurt?
The Düsseldorf to Erfurt train travel takes about 3 hours and 44 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Düsseldorf to Erfurt train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Erfurt leaving Düsseldorf at around 01:32 and the last train leaving at around 23:41 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Düsseldorf at around 02:39, with the final departure at 23:38.
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