Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Hamburg Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Hamburg Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Hamburg Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Hamburg Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Hamburg Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Erlangen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Erlangen. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 561, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hamburg and Erlangen?
Hamburg
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Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - BHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Train Companies
Based on 11 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at R 395
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Erlangen by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Hamburg to Erlangen?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Erlangen start from R 1 118. The average price for this train route is around R 2 494. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hamburg to Erlangen?
The average train journey time from Hamburg to Erlangen is 4h 52m, covering a distance of 446 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Erlangen route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 18 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Erlangen?
The earliest train from Hamburg to Erlangen departs at 07:01. And the latest train departs at 20:01.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Erlangen was searched and found on 22 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 356To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hamburg to Erlangen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 356 to R 3 872 for a train ticket from Hamburg to Erlangen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 356, which is on 2025-12-22.
