Trains tickets from Erlangen to Cologne

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Erlangen to Cologne

Bus
Average priceUS$27 - US$44Average duration6h 50m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$68 - US$240Average duration3h 58m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$23 - US$53Average duration4h
14kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Erlangen to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just US$23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day
4hAverage duration
US$23Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Train Erlangen to Cologne: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$134
Average train trip duration3h 58m
Number of daily trains12
Earliest train departure06:03
Distance201 miles
Latest train departure20:29

Frequently asked questions on the trip Erlangen - Cologne

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

    The average train ticket price from Erlangen to Cologne is US$134. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Erlangen to Cologne 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 Erlangen to Cologne?

    A train trip between Erlangen and Cologne is around 3h 58m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 36m. This is the time it takes to travel the 202 miles that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of trains from Erlangen to Cologne 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 Erlangen to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Erlangen and Cologne is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Cologne.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Cologne you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Erlangen and Cologne, 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 Erlangen to Cologne while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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.

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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Train from Cologne to Erlangen

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