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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Erfurt Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | ||||
| Train | Erfurt Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Erfurt Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Erfurt Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | ||||
| Train | Erfurt Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Erfurt to Erlangen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Erlangen. The journey takes about 1 hour 29 minutes, and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Erfurt and Erlangen?
Erfurt
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Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erfurt to Erlangen by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Erfurt to Erlangen?
The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Erlangen start at $51. The average price for this train route is around $101. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Erfurt to Erlangen?
The average train trip from Erfurt to Erlangen takes 1h 29m and covers 154 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 4m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Erfurt to Erlangen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erfurt to Erlangen?
The earliest train from Erfurt to Erlangen departs at 6:31am. The latest train departs at 8:31pm.
What is the best train operator from Erfurt to Erlangen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Erfurt to Erlangen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Erfurt to Erlangen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Erfurt to Erlangen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Erfurt to Erlangen was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $48To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Erfurt to Erlangen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $48 to $234 for a train ticket from Erfurt to Erlangen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-11-29.
Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
