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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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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Dresden Neustadt Train Station | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | |||||
 | Dresden Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | |||||
| Dresden Neustadt Train Station | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | |||||
| Dresden Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags | |||||
| Dresden Hbf | Erlangen Münchener Straße | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Erlangen. The journey takes about 3 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Dresden to Erlangen: Trip Overview
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Dresden to Erlangen Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Dresden - Erlangen
How much does a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Erlangen cost?
The average train ticket price from Dresden to Erlangen is US$75. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Dresden 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!
How long is the train trip from Dresden to Erlangen?
A train trip between Dresden and Erlangen is around 3h 41m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 254 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Dresden and Erlangen?
The number of trains from Dresden to Erlangen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Dresden to Erlangen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Dresden to Erlangen?
When taking the train from Dresden to Erlangen, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dresden to Erlangen was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$43To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dresden to Erlangen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$43 to US$162 for a train ticket from Dresden to Erlangen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$49, which is on 2025-11-08.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Dresden to Erlangen is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Erlangen 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 Dresden 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 Dresden to Erlangen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
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.
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