How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen?

The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen start at $63. The average price for this train route is around $110. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen?

The average train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen takes 2h 50m and covers 180 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 24m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 30 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen?

The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen departs at 6:19am. The latest train departs at 7:54pm.

What is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main 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.

Train Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen from $42 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	1:54pm	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 31m	4:25pm	Erlangen Münchener Straße	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	2:21pm	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 31m	4:52pm	Erlangen Münchener Straße	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:54pm	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 31m	9:25pm	Erlangen Münchener Straße	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	7:54pm	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 31m	10:25pm	Erlangen Münchener Straße	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	8:54pm	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 31m	11:25pm	Erlangen Münchener Straße	No tags

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.

19carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

177 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $44	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$63 - $194	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $38	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

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

Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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B
Frankfurt Airport
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Erlangen

A
Erlangen Bahnhof
Parkplatzstraße, 91054 Erlangen
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Train companies

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen start at $63. The average price for this train route is around $110. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen?
The average train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen takes 2h 50m and covers 180 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 24m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 30 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen?
The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen departs at 6:19am. The latest train departs at 7:54pm.
What is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main 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.