The cheapest and fastest trains from Erfurt to Schönefeld
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Erfurt to Schönefeld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Erfurt to Schönefeld will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
It's difficult to get from Erfurt to Schönefeld without transferring at least 2 times.
4:23 PM2h15Erfurt6:38 PMSchönefeld$701One-way2 transfers
6:02 PM2h36Erfurt8:38 PMSchönefeld$701One-way2 transfers
8:23 PM2h15Erfurt10:38 PMSchönefeld$701One-way2 transfers
10:40 PM2h38Erfurt1:18 AMSchönefeld$701One-way2 transfers
4:46 PM2h12Erfurt6:58 PMSchönefeld$731One-way3 transfers
4:46 PM2h12Erfurt6:58 PMSchönefeld$731One-way3 transfers
8:46 PM2h12Erfurt10:58 PMSchönefeld$731One-way3 transfers
4:23 PM2h15Erfurt6:38 PMSchönefeld$701One-way2 transfers
8:23 PM2h15Erfurt10:38 PMSchönefeld$701One-way2 transfers
7:10 PM2h16Erfurt9:26 PMSchönefeld$731One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Erfurt to Schönefeld
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erfurt to Schönefeld among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $89.
Distance: 144 miles (232 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$98 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Erfurt to Schönefeld:
A bus is $56 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erfurt to Schönefeld costing on average $98 (€80).
Other travel options to Schönefeld take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 22m.
You'll arrive about 57m sooner (2h 13m by train vs 3h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $98 (€80) compared to roughly $52 (€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
Erfurt to Schönefeld train times
The table below shows live departures for Erfurt to Schönefeld trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:46 PM Erfurt | 2h21 | 6:07 PM Schönefeld | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:23 PM Erfurt | 2h15 | 6:38 PM Schönefeld | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:46 PM Erfurt | 2h12 | 6:58 PM Schönefeld | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 4:46 PM Erfurt | 2h21 | 7:07 PM Schönefeld | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Erfurt | 2h17 | 7:27 PM Schönefeld | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:46 PM Erfurt | 2h21 | 8:07 PM Schönefeld | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:02 PM Erfurt | 2h36 | 8:38 PM Schönefeld | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:46 PM Erfurt | 2h20 | 9:06 PM Schönefeld | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 6:46 PM Erfurt | 2h21 | 9:07 PM Schönefeld | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Erfurt | 2h16 | 9:26 PM Schönefeld | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Erfurt | 2h17 | 9:27 PM Schönefeld | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:46 PM Erfurt | 2h20 | 10:06 PM Schönefeld | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 7:46 PM Erfurt | 2h21 | 10:07 PM Schönefeld | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:23 PM Erfurt | 2h15 | 10:38 PM Schönefeld | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:46 PM Erfurt | 2h12 | 10:58 PM Schönefeld | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 8:46 PM Erfurt | 2h21 | 11:07 PM Schönefeld | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Erfurt to Schönefeld
Trains from Erfurt to Schönefeld run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $89 (€72) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (232 km) distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 144 miles (232 km) |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€72) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Erfurt to Schönefeld trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Erfurt and Schönefeld from $29 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Erfurt to Schönefeld
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erfurt to Schönefeld 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 Schönefeld, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Erfurt to Schönefeld
- Monday: 08:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 08:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 08:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 08:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 08:30 - 18:30
- Saturday: 09:30 - 16:30
- Sunday: 09:30 - 16:30
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