The average train between Heidelberg and Erfurt takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Heidelberg to Erfurt. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Heidelberg and Erfurt. The earliest departure is at 2:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Heidelberg is at 8:18 PM which arrives into Erfurt at 12:27 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 41m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Heidelberg to Erfurt? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Heidelberg to Erfurt. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station and arriving at Erfurt Hbf station via Frankfurt station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.
Heidelberg to Erfurt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station.
Heidelberg to Erfurt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.
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The distance between Heidelberg and Erfurt is 241.5 km. The road distance is 330 km.
You can take a train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf via Frankfurt in around 3h 39m.