How to travel from Heidelberg to Erfurt, Germany

The distance between Heidelberg and Erfurt is around 338km (210 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 50m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Heidelberg to Erfurt by train, tram and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Erfurt Hbf.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €85($85)
Operated byDeutsche Bahn+ 2 others

1 similiar route

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Tram and Train

Take a tram to Mannheim Hauptbahnhof then take the train to Erfurt Hbf.

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €90($90)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Erfurt.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Distance339km (211 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Heidelberg and Erfurt

There are several options for getting from Heidelberg to Erfurt by train, tram and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €85 ($85) and will take around 2h 50m.

The distance between Heidelberg and Erfurt is around 338km (210 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 241km (150 miles)

It takes around 2h 50m to get from Heidelberg and Erfurt by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Heidelberg to Erfurt is to take the train which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx €85 ($85).

The cheapest way to travel between Heidelberg and Erfurt, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €85 ($85) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Heidelberg and Erfurt. It typically takes around 2h 50m and departs 5 times a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Heidelberg and Erfurt with no changeovers required. The train runs 5 times a week and takes 2h 50m.

Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity, Austrian Railways (ÖBB), Deutsche Bahn Regional, ÖBB Intercity, Railjet and Trenitalia EuroCity run train services between Heidelberg and Erfurt. Trains depart 5 times a week and will take around 2h 50m, 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 Heidelberg and Erfurt. We recommend that you take the train to Erfurt Hbf. instead which will take 2h 50m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Heidelberg to Erfurt. We recommend that you take the train to Erfurt Hbf. instead which will take 2h 50m.

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 Heidelberg and Erfurt. The distance is around 339km (211 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Heidelberg to Erfurt is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 50m and will usually cost around €85 ($85).

How do I get from Heidelberg to Erfurt

Compare travel optionsbetween Heidelberg and Erfurt

Transport options from Heidelberg to Erfurt
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
2h 50m
€85($85)
5 times a week338km (210 miles)
Train via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf3h 15m
€95($95)
hourly342km (213 miles)
Tram and Train
3h 50m
€90($90)
hourly354km (220 miles)
Drive
2h 50m
€45($45)
on demand339km (211 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Heidelberg and Erfurt

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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