How do I get from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main without a car?

You can take a bus or a train to go from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main. Both are easy and eco-friendly ways to travel to Frankfurt am Main. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus trip from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main?

The average travel time from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main is about 3h, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 2h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 110 miles (177 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Erlangen from Frankfurt am Main?

The distance separating Erlangen and Frankfurt am Main is 110 miles (177 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main?

Most of the buses traveling from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main leave from Erlangen Bahnhof and arrive at Frankfurt Airport. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. $17 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Frankfurt am Main from Erlangen.

How much does a bus ticket from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main cost?

You can expect to pay around $20 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $17 to $25, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Can you do a day trip from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, a day trip from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main is definitely doable. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 5h 40m. So you'll have enough time to visit Frankfurt am Main before returning to Erlangen in the evening.

Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main Bus Tickets

Compare 3 ways to go from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $25	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$52 - $95	Average Duration2h 46m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$13 - $34	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18carpool per day

2h 10mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$20

Average bus trip duration3h

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure6:15am

Distance110 miles (177 km)

Latest bus departure8:55pm

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Where are the popular stops in Erlangen and Frankfurt am Main?

Stops in Erlangen

A - Erlangen Bahnhof

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Frankfurt Airport

B - Hbf

C - Südbahnhof

D - Frankfurt Onibus

E - Braubachstraße 41

F - Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)

Frequently asked questions for your trip Erlangen - Frankfurt am Main

How do I get from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main without a car?
How long is the bus trip from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main?
How far is Erlangen from Frankfurt am Main?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main?
How much does a bus ticket from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main cost?
Can you do a day trip from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main?

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3h	Avg Price$20	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 46m	Avg Price$76	Daily Departures14
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time2h 10m	Avg Price$21	Daily Departures18

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Bus from Erlangen to Frankfurt am Main

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