What is the cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Thuringia?

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Thuringia is to rideshare which costs €17 - €20 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Thuringia?

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Thuringia is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Thuringia?

No, there is no direct bus from Dortmund station to Thuringia station. However, there are services departing from Dortmund central bus station and arriving at Erfurt central train station via Kassel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Thuringia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Erfurt Hbf. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Thuringia?

The distance between Dortmund and Thuringia is 361 km. The road distance is 302.8 km.

How do I travel from Dortmund to Thuringia without a car?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Thuringia without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs €30 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Dortmund to Thuringia?

The train from Dortmund Hbf to Erfurt Hbf takes 3h 33m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Thuringia bus from?

Dortmund to Thuringia bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dortmund central bus station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Thuringia train from?

Dortmund to Thuringia train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dortmund to Thuringia?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Thuringia is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs €30 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €60 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Dortmund to Thuringia bus arrive?

Dortmund to Thuringia bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kassel station.

Where does the Dortmund to Thuringia train arrive?

Dortmund to Thuringia train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Thuringia?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Thuringia is 303 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Dortmund to Thuringia.

How do I get a train ticket from Dortmund to Thuringia?

Book your Dortmund to Thuringia train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dortmund to Thuringia?

Book your Dortmund to Thuringia bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Thuringia?

There are 1014+ hotels available in Thuringia.

Can I share a ride from Dortmund to Thuringia?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Dortmund and Thuringia. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Dortmund to Thuringia - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dortmund to Thuringia by train, bus, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 51
3h 33m
€30–130
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dortmund to Erfurtrideshare 302 km
3h 42m
€17–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Kasselbus N1360b / ...
2. Take the bus from Kassel to Erfurt central train stationbus N69
5h 15m
€28–58
Drive 302.8 km
1. Drive from Dortmund to Erfurtcar 302.8 km
3h 13m
€43–62

Dortmund to Thuringia by train

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Distance: 361.5 km
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Dortmund, Germany and Thuringia, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Erfurt Hbf 3 times a day. Tickets cost €30–130 and the journey takes 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Erfurt central train station via Kassel in around 5h 15m.

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