What is the travel distance from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen?

The distance between Frankfurt am Main and Erlangen is approximately 177 km (110 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen?

Buses departing from Frankfurt Airport in Frankfurt am Main will take you to Erlangen Bahnhof in Erlangen.

Bus Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen from $20 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00pm	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 1m	1:01am	Erlangen Bahnhof	Cheapest
Bus	4:45pm	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 45m	7:30pm	Erlangen Bahnhof	Fastest
Bus	6:05pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	3h 40m	9:45pm	Erlangen Bahnhof	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 50m	4:50pm	Erlangen Bahnhof	No tags
Bus	5:05pm	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 50m	7:55pm	Erlangen Bahnhof	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Erlangen. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

177 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $57	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$39 - $225	Average Duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $43	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Frankfurt am Main and Erlangen?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A
Frankfurt Airport
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B
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
C
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, Germany

Stops in Erlangen

A
Erlangen Bahnhof
Parkplatzstraße, 91054 Erlangen
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FlixBus

3.5/511,404 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11404 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $26

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen by bus

What is the travel distance from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen?
The distance between Frankfurt am Main and Erlangen is approximately 177 km (110 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen?
Buses departing from Frankfurt Airport in Frankfurt am Main will take you to Erlangen Bahnhof in Erlangen.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $24

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $24 to $39 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-11-23.