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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Erfurt is to bus which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Erfurt is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Erfurt?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Praha, ÚAN Florenc and arriving at Erfurt central train station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Erfurt?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Erfurt Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Prague to Erfurt?

The distance between Prague and Erfurt is 423 km. The road distance is 303.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Erfurt without a car is to train via Dresden which takes 4h 45m and costs €60 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Prague to Erfurt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Erfurt bus from?

Prague to Erfurt bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Praha, ÚAN Florenc station.

Where do I catch the Prague to Erfurt train from?

Prague to Erfurt train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Train or bus from Prague to Erfurt?

The best way to get from Prague to Erfurt is to train via Dresden which takes 4h 45m and costs €60 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Prague to Erfurt bus arrive?

Prague to Erfurt bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Erfurt central train station.

Where does the Prague to Erfurt train arrive?

Prague to Erfurt train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Dresden Hbf station.

Can I drive from Prague to Erfurt?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Erfurt is 303 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Prague to Erfurt.

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

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

Book your Prague to Erfurt bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Erfurt?

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Prague to Erfurt - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Dresden
best
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden Hbftrain Rj
2. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 55 / ...
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 28 / ...
4h 45m
€64–239
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Erfurt central train stationbus N69 / ...
5h 35m
€28–45
Drive 303.2 km
1. Drive from Prague to Erfurtcar 303.2 km
3h 22m
€47–68
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Erfurt Hbftrain Ec
6h 49m
€90–160

Prague to Erfurt by train

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Distance: 422.8 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Erfurt, Germany?

You can take a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Erfurt Hbf via Dresden Hauptbahnhof and Leipzig Hbf in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Erfurt central train station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €28–45 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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