What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Erfurt Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Erfurt Hbf is to train which costs €95 - €200 and takes 5h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Erfurt Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Erfurt Hbf is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs €110 - €180.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Erfurt Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Erfurt Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Basel to Erfurt Hbf?

The distance between Basel and Erfurt Hbf is 587 km. The road distance is 564.7 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Erfurt Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Erfurt Hbf without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs €95 - €200.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Erfurt Hbf?

The train from Basel SBB to Erfurt Hbf takes 5h 14m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Basel to Erfurt Hbf train from?

Basel to Erfurt Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel SBB station.

Where does the Basel to Erfurt Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Erfurt Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Erfurt Hbf is 565 km. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Basel to Erfurt Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Erfurt Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Erfurt Hbf?

There are 1050+ hotels available in Erfurt Hbf.

Basel to Erfurt Hbf - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Basel to Erfurt Hbf by train, car, or plane

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 Basel SBB to Erfurt Hbftrain 12 / ...
5h 14m
€95–200
Fly Basel to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane BSL - BER
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Erfurt Hbftrain
5h 59m
€90–287
Drive 564.7 km
1. Drive from Basel to Erfurt Hbfcar 564.7 km
4h 59m
€119–172
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane ZRH - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Erfurt Hbftrain
6h 21m
€173–374
Train via Strasbourg
1. Take the train from St Louis to Strasbourgtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Erfurt Hbftrain Ice
7h 30m
€102–202
Fly Basel to Leipzig-Halle Airport, train
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane BSL - LEJ
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain
6h 37m
€150–476
Fly Basel to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BSL - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Erfurt Hbftrain
6h 17m
€164–464

Basel to Erfurt Hbf by train

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Distance: 586.6 km
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Erfurt Hbf, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel SBB to Erfurt Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €95–200 and the journey takes 5h 14m.

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