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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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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Erlangen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Erlangen. The journey takes about 6 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just DKK 198, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Erlangen?
Cologne
- ABahnsteig 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
Based on 17 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at DKK 580
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Erlangen by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Erlangen?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Erlangen start from DKK 580. The average price for this train route is around DKK 960. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Erlangen?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Erlangen is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 201 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 32m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Erlangen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Erlangen?
The earliest train from Cologne to Erlangen departs at 06:45. And the latest train departs at 20:34.
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 22 Apr 2026 with a price of DKK 550To 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 DKK 550 to DKK 1,767 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 DKK 550, which is on 2026-04-22.
