Trains tickets from Cologne to Erlangen

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Erlangen

Bus
Average priceUS$24 - US$38Average duration5h 55m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$68 - US$266Average duration3h 54m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$26 - US$44Average duration4h
14kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Erlangen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Erlangen. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just US$26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day
4hAverage duration
US$26Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cologne to Erlangen: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$138
Average train trip duration3h 54m
Number of daily trains12
Earliest train departure06:31
Distance201 miles
Latest train departure20:24

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Erlangen

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Erlangen cost?

    The average train ticket price from Cologne to Erlangen is US$138. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Erlangen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Cologne to Erlangen?

    A train trip between Cologne and Erlangen is around 3h 54m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 54m. This is the time it takes to travel the 202 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Cologne and Erlangen?

    The number of trains from Cologne to Erlangen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Erlangen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Erlangen?

    Trains travelling between Cologne and Erlangen leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Erlangen Bahnhof.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Erlangen, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Cologne and Erlangen, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Cologne to Erlangen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from Erlangen to Cologne

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