Train from Heidelberg to Erlangen: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Heidelberg to Erlangen on 28 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche BahnTrain
Heidelberg Central Train Station
Erlangen Münchener StraßeNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Heidelberg Central Train Station
Erlangen Münchener StraßeNo tags
Deutsche BahnTrain
Heidelberg Central Train Station
Erlangen Münchener StraßeNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Heidelberg Central Train Station
Erlangen Münchener StraßeNo tags
Deutsche BahnTrain
Heidelberg Central Train Station
Erlangen Münchener StraßeNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Heidelberg to Erlangen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Erlangen. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just €23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
7hAverage duration
170 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€23 - €26Average duration7h
4kg CO₂e
Average price€54 - €75Average duration3h 31m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg 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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Erlangen start from €54. The average price for this train route is around €54. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Heidelberg to Erlangen?

    The average train journey time from Heidelberg to Erlangen is 3h 31m, covering a distance of 170 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 31m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Heidelberg to Erlangen route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Heidelberg to Erlangen?

    The earliest train from Heidelberg to Erlangen departs at 06:42. And the latest train departs at 18:46.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Erlangen?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Erlangen?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Heidelberg to Erlangen?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Heidelberg 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.

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