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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 | Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | Cheapest | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Erlangen Münchener Straße | Fastest | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | ||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | ||||
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | ||||
DB Regio NRW + HLB + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | ||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Erlangen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Erlangen. The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just RUB 2,714, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Erlangen?
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne 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 Cologne to Erlangen?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Erlangen start at RUB 2,022. The average price for this train route is around RUB 10,286. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Erlangen?
The average train trip from Cologne to Erlangen takes 4h 2m and covers 324 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 32m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Erlangen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 31 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Erlangen?
The earliest train from Cologne to Erlangen departs at 6:05am. The latest train departs at 8:54pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Erlangen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Erlangen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Erlangen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne 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 Cologne to Erlangen was searched and found on Aug 26, 2026 with a price of RUB 5,999To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Erlangen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from RUB 5,999 to RUB 23,676 for a train ticket from Cologne to Erlangen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 7,785 which is on 2026-08-29.
