Train tickets from Cologne to Erlangen

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Next departures from Cologne to Erlangen on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Hbf
    Erlangen Münchener StraßeNo tags
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
      Hbf
      Erlangen Münchener StraßeNo tags
      Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
        Hbf
        Erlangen Münchener StraßeNo tags
        Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
          Hbf
          Erlangen Münchener StraßeNo tags
          Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
            Hbf
            Erlangen Münchener StraßeNo tags

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            We recommend carpooling

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Erlangen. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            23carpool per day
            4h 10mAverage duration
            326 kmDistance
            14kgCO₂ emissions
            Average priceUS$46 - US$51Average duration5h 55m
            8kg CO₂e
            Average priceUS$31 - US$267Average duration3h 57m
            8kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            Average priceUS$24 - US$50Average duration4h 10m
            14kg CO₂e

            Train Cologne to Erlangen: Trip Overview

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            Average ticket priceUS$84
            Average train trip duration3h 57m
            Number of daily trains25
            Earliest train departure06:00
            Distance323 km
            Latest train departure23:49

            Cologne to Erlangen Train

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            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$84. 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 57m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 34m. This is the time it takes to travel the 326 km 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 25. 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. Which train companies travel from Cologne to Erlangen?

              When taking the train from Cologne to Erlangen, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE.

            5. 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.

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            To 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 US$74 to US$200 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 US$74, which is on 2025-11-02.

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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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