What is the cheapest way to get from Erfurt to Rust?

The cheapest way to get from Erfurt to Rust is to bus which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Erfurt to Rust?

The fastest way to get from Erfurt to Rust is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Erfurt and Rust?

No, there is no direct bus from Erfurt station to Rust. However, there are services departing from Erfurt central train station and arriving at Rust via Frankfurt Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Erfurt to Rust?

The distance between Erfurt and Rust is 497 km. The road distance is 468.9 km.

How do I travel from Erfurt to Rust without a car?

The best way to get from Erfurt to Rust without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs €40 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Erfurt to Rust?

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Erfurt to Rust, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erfurt to Rust bus from?

Erfurt to Rust bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Erfurt central train station.

Train or bus from Erfurt to Rust?

The best way to get from Erfurt to Rust is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs €40 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Erfurt to Rust bus arrive?

Erfurt to Rust bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt Airport station.

Can I drive from Erfurt to Rust?

Yes, the driving distance between Erfurt to Rust is 469 km. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Erfurt to Rust.

How do I get a bus ticket from Erfurt to Rust?

Book your Erfurt to Rust bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rust?

There are 1844+ hotels available in Rust.

Erfurt to Rust - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Erfurt to Rust by train, bus, 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 Erfurt Hbf to OffenburgEc
6h 11m
€42–108
Train via Frankfurt am Main #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Erfurt Central Station to FrankfurtFlx10
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to OffenburgFlx10
7h 13m
€24–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Erfurt central train station to Frankfurt AirportN1305 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt Airport to Rust007
7h 35m
€34–52
Drive 468.9 km
1. Drive from Erfurt to Rust468.9 km
4h 23m
€67–97
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt13 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Ringsheim/Europa-Park85
6h 12m
€49–154

Erfurt to Rust by train and bus

9Weekly Services

6h 11mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 497.4 km
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Erfurt, Germany and Rust, Germany?

ÖBB EuroCity operates a train from Erfurt Hbf to Offenburg once daily. Tickets cost €70–100 and the journey takes 4h 24m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Erfurt central train station to Rust via Frankfurt Airport in around 7h 35m.

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