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How to get fromErfurt to Schmalkaldenby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Erfurt to Schmalkalden by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Zella-Mehlistrain train Re7
    2. Take the bus from Zella-Mehlis, Bahnhof to Schmalkalden, Kasseler Straße/Schulebus bus 447
    2h 26m

  2. Drive 67.7 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Erfurt to Schmalkaldencar car 67.7 km
    58 min
    €10–14

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Erfurt to Schmalkaldentaxi taxi 67.7 km
    58 min
    €220–270

  4. Train, bus via Gotha, Hauptbahnhof

    1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Gothatrain train Rb / ...
    2. Take the bus from Gotha, Hauptbahnhof to Schmalkalden, Recklinghäuser Straßebus bus 851
    2h 28m

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  • Distance: 102.6 km
  • Duration: 2h 26m

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

There is no direct connection from Erfurt to Schmalkalden. However, you can take the train to Zella-Mehlis, walk to Zella-Mehlis, Bahnhof, then take the bus to Schmalkalden, Kasseler Straße/Schule. Alternatively, you can drive from Erfurt to Schmalkalden in around 58 min.

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