Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Munich Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Munich Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | Fastest | ||||
S-Bahn München + DB Fernverkehr | Train | München Johanneskirchen | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | ||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern | Train | Munich Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | ||||
S-Bahn München + DB Fernverkehr | Train | München Johanneskirchen | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Munich to Erlangen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Erlangen. The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 258, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Munich and Erlangen?
Munich
- AZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany
- CMunich Central Station, Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 München, Germany
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München-Moosach
Moosach, 80992 München, Germany - E
München Donnersbergerbrücke
Donnersbergerbrücke, 80339 München, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Munich 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 Munich to Erlangen?
The cheapest train tickets from Munich to Erlangen start at ZAR 326. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 1,022. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Munich to Erlangen?
The average train trip from Munich to Erlangen takes 1h 38m and covers 167 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 28m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Munich to Erlangen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Munich to Erlangen?
The earliest train from Munich to Erlangen departs at 6:01am. The latest train departs at 7:45pm.
What is the best train operator from Munich to Erlangen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Munich to Erlangen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Munich to Erlangen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Munich 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 Munich to Erlangen was searched and found on May 12, 2026 with a price of ZAR 513To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Munich to Erlangen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ZAR 513 to ZAR 1,900 for a train ticket from Munich to Erlangen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 613 which is on 2026-05-13.
