How to travel from Kassel to Erfurt

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Compare train and bus for Kassel to Erfurt

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Erfurt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $28.

Distance: 70 miles (113 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Kassel to Erfurt is a bus with an average price of $19.

This is compared to other travel options from Kassel to Erfurt:

A bus is $32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kassel to Erfurt costing on average $51.

The fastest way to travel from Kassel to Erfurt is by train with an average journey time of 2h 0m.

Other travel options to Erfurt take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Kassel and Erfurt including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Kassel to Erfurt among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Kassel to Erfurt

Travel to Erfurt easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Kassel to Erfurt.

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There are 2 options to travel between Kassel and Erfurt including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Kassel to Erfurt is a bus with an average price of $19.

This is compared to other travel options from Kassel to Erfurt:

A bus is $32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kassel to Erfurt costing on average $51.

The fastest way to travel from Kassel to Erfurt is by train with an average journey time of 2h 0m.

Other travel options to Erfurt take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 10m.

The distance from Kassel to Erfurt is approximately 70 miles (113 km).
The average frequency per day from Kassel to Erfurt is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kassel and Erfurt as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Kassel to Erfurt:
  • Trains mostly depart from Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe and arrive in Erfurt Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof and arrive in Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kassel to Erfurt, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Erfurt by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH, Kasseler Verkehrs-Gesellschaft AG (KVG Kassel) to go to Erfurt by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Kassel to Erfurt with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
Omio customers who travel from Kassel to Erfurt often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Paris, Frankfurt am Main, Leipzig, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Erfurt and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Erfurt to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Erfurt's historical sites, vibrant culture, and local cuisine, 2 to 3 days are recommended.

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