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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
It's difficult to get from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf without transferring at least once.
21886 · ICE 11012:16 PM1h56Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–24:12 PMErfurt Hbf$261One-way1 transfer- 21878 · ICE 15091:16 PM1h56Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–23:12 PMErfurt Hbf$261One-way1 transfer
- S9 · ICE 150912:27 PM2h45Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen3:12 PMErfurt Hbf$261One-way1 transfer
- 21854 · ICE 100710:16 AM1h56Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–212:12 PMErfurt Hbf$291One-way1 transfer
- S9 · ICE 10079:27 AM2h45Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen12:12 PMErfurt Hbf$291One-way1 transfer
- 21838 · ICE 10058:16 AM1h56Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–210:12 AMErfurt Hbf$311One-way1 transfer
- 21846 · ICE 15059:16 AM1h56Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–211:12 AMErfurt Hbf$311One-way1 transfer
- 21854 · ICE 100710:16 AM1h56Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–212:12 PMErfurt Hbf$291One-way1 transfer
- 21862 · ICE 150711:16 AM1h56Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–21:12 PMErfurt Hbf$311One-way1 transfer
- 21870 · ICE 100912:16 PM1h56Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–22:12 PMErfurt Hbf$291One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 142 miles (230 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$58 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf:
A bus is $25 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf costing on average $58 (€58).
Other travel options to Erfurt Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 28m.
You'll arrive about 47m sooner (2h 22m by train vs 3h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $58 (€58) compared to roughly $43 (€43) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf trains for today, Tuesday, July 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S9 · 21838 · ICE 1005 | On time 7:58 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 2h14 | 10:12 AM Erfurt Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S9 · ICE 837 | On time 8:07 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 2h41 | 10:48 AM Erfurt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 21838 · ICE 1005 | On time 8:16 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 1h56 | 10:12 AM Erfurt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 1505 | On time 8:27 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 2h45 | 11:12 AM Erfurt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · S46 · ICE 837 | On time 8:27 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 2h21 | 10:48 AM Erfurt Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 21842 · ICE 837 | On time 8:46 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2h02 | 10:48 AM Erfurt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · 21846 · ICE 1505 | On time 8:58 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 2h14 | 11:12 AM Erfurt Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 21846 · ICE 1505 | On time 9:16 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 1h56 | 11:12 AM Erfurt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 21854 · ICE 1007 | On time 10:16 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 1h56 | 12:12 PM Erfurt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf
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Trains from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€16) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (230 km) distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 142 miles (230 km) |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€16) |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 6:16 AM |
Last train 10:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Berlin Brandenburg Airport and Erfurt Hbf from $16 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Erfurt Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf
Most Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Erfurt Hbf trains use the Berlin Hbf to Erfurt Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin Brandenburg Airport and Erfurt Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Erfurt Hbf from Erfurt city centre
Erfurt Hbf train station facilities and services
Erfurt Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Istanbul Grill, McDonald's, Masala, Planet Comics
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt Hbf. ATMs are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Erfurt Hbf. Information desks are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Erfurt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Krämerbrücke, Intercity Hotel, Pension am Dom, Best Western Plus Hotel Excelsior.
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