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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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Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn | Train | Stuttgart Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | Cheapest | ||||
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express | Train | Stuttgart Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | ||||
| Train | Stuttgart Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Stuttgart to Erlangen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Erlangen. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 253, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Stuttgart and Erlangen?
Stuttgart
- AArnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Erlangen by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Stuttgart to Erlangen?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Erlangen start from R 416. The average price for this train route is around R 911. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Erlangen?
The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Erlangen is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 161 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 26m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Erlangen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Erlangen?
The earliest train from Stuttgart to Erlangen departs at 06:05. And the latest train departs at 21:08.
Which is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Erlangen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Erlangen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Stuttgart to Erlangen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Erlangen was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 147To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stuttgart to Erlangen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 147 to R 2 245 for a train ticket from Stuttgart to Erlangen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 147, which is on 2025-12-12.
