The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf
Cheapest price
$124
Average price
$135
Fastest journey
5 h 54 m
Average duration
5 h 54 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
491 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna Westbahnhof 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 Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf will cost around $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $124.
It's difficult to get from Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf without transferring at least once.




Travel Information
Compare train for Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a train costs an average of €219.
Distance: 305 miles (491 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€219 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest |
6h 21m Average total duration Fastest 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 25m Average total duration 11h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 5h54 | 12:02 PM Erfurt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 5h54 | 4:02 PM Erfurt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf trains with Omio?
ÖBB | ICE as well as Westbahn offer trains services from Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf.
Why book with Omio vs ÖBB | ICE?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ÖBB | ICE, but also compare tickets for the likes of Westbahn to find the best option for your trip from Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While ÖBB | ICE tickets can be bought on ÖBB | ICE's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Westbahn to help you choose the right option for your journey from Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf
Trains from Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $273 (€219) but you can travel from only $50 (€40) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 06:45. The fastest train covers the 305 miles (491 km) distance in 6h 24m.
Distance 305 miles (491 km) |
Average train duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $273 (€219) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 24m |
First train 06:45 |
Last train 06:45 |
Train companies: ÖBB | ICE, Westbahn from Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf trainsÖBB | ICE, Westbahn trains will get you between Vienna Westbahnhof and Erfurt Hbf from $50 (€40). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna Westbahnhof 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 Vienna Westbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Felberstraße 1.
- Restaurant Westpol
- Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof
- Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle
- Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-10 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 3: access to metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line U3, Line U6
- Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 9, Line 18, Line 52, Line 60
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- Istanbul Grill
- McDonald's
- Masala
- Planet Comics
- Hotel Krämerbrücke
- Intercity Hotel
- Pension am Dom
- Best Western Plus Hotel Excelsior
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