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

The cheapest way to get from Erfurt to Stuttgart is to rideshare which costs €20 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erfurt to Stuttgart is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Erfurt and Stuttgart?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Erfurt Hbf and arriving at Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Erfurt to Stuttgart?

The distance between Erfurt and Stuttgart is 440 km. The road distance is 323.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Erfurt to Stuttgart without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs €80 - €340.

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

The train from Erfurt Hbf to Hauptbahnhof takes 3h 41m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Erfurt to Stuttgart train from?

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

Where does the Erfurt to Stuttgart train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Erfurt to Stuttgart?

Yes, the driving distance between Erfurt to Stuttgart is 324 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Erfurt to Stuttgart.

How do I get a train ticket from Erfurt to Stuttgart?

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Where can I stay near Stuttgart?

There are 1553+ hotels available in Stuttgart.

Can I share a ride from Erfurt to Stuttgart?

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Erfurt to Stuttgart by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Hauptbahnhoftrain 11
3h 41m
€80–340
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Erfurt to Stuttgartrideshare 324.6 km
4h 29m
€20
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Erfurt central train station to Mannheim central bus stationbus N1305 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain 11 / ...
5h 34m
€40–131
Train via Würzburg
1. Take the train from Neudietendorf to Würzburg Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Wuerzburg Hbf to Ludwigsburgtrain Re
5h 52m
€70–173
Drive 323.6 km
1. Drive from Erfurt to Stuttgartcar 323.6 km
3h 28m
€47–67

Erfurt to Stuttgart by train

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Distance: 439.8 km
Duration: 3h 41m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Erfurt Hbf to Hauptbahnhof every 3 hours. Tickets cost €80–340 and the journey takes 3h 41m.

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