How to travel from Bielefeld to Erfurt, Germany

The distance between Bielefeld and Erfurt is around 309km (192 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 45m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Bielefeld to Erfurt by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ErfurtBielefeld if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Hannover Hauptbahnhof then Göttingen and then to Erfurt Hbf.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €100($100)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

1 similiar route

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Halle Central Bus Station then take the train to Erfurt Hbf.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    €70($70)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Erfurt.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Distance316km (197 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bielefeld and Erfurt

There are several options for getting from Bielefeld to Erfurt by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around and will take around 5h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €42 ($42).

The distance between Bielefeld and Erfurt is around 309km (192 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 208km (129 miles)

It takes around 3h 10m to get from Bielefeld and Erfurt by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Bielefeld to Erfurt is to drive which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx €42 ($42).

The cheapest way to travel between Bielefeld and Erfurt, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Bielefeld and Erfurt. It typically takes around 3h 10m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Bielefeld to Erfurt. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Hannover Hauptbahnhof and Göttingen. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3h 10m.

Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity, WestfalenBahn GmbH, FlixTrain, HVV, Deutsche Bahn Regional, NordWestBahn, ABELLIO Rail NRW GmbH, Abellio and TRI Train Rental GmbH run train services between Bielefeld and Erfurt. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 10m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Bielefeld and Erfurt. We recommend that you drive to Erfurt. instead which will take 2h 45m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Bielefeld to Erfurt. We recommend that you take the bus to Halle Central Bus Station then take the train to Erfurt Hbf. instead which will take 3h 10m.

The closest major airport to Erfurt is Erfurt Airport (ERF) (ERF) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Erfurt. Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) (LEJ) and Kassel-Calden Airport (KSF) (KSF) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Bielefeld and Erfurt. The distance is around 316km (197 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bielefeld to Erfurt is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around €70 ($70).

How do I get from Bielefeld to Erfurt

Compare travel optionsbetween Bielefeld and Erfurt

Transport options from Bielefeld to Erfurt
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
3h 10m
€100($100)
hourly351km (218 miles)
Train via Paderborn Hbf4h 15m
€35($35)
every 3 hours309km (192 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
3h 10m
€70($70)
twice a week431km (268 miles)
Train and Bus5h 30m
twice a week365km (227 miles)
Drive
2h 45m
€42($42)
on demand316km (197 miles)

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Airports near Erfurt

The following major airports near Erfurt offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Germany and internationally.

ERF
Erfurt Airport (ERF)
Domestic Airport
Distance
5km (3 miles) from Erfurt
LEJ
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
International Airport
Distance
97km (60 miles) from Erfurt
KSF
Kassel-Calden Airport (KSF)
International Airport
Distance
125km (77 miles) from Erfurt