Train from Heidelberg to Erlangen: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Heidelberg to Erlangen on December 14
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 go from Heidelberg to Erlangen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Erlangen. The journey takes about 7 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
7h 25mAverage Duration
105 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$28 - $30Average Duration7h 25m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$48 - $100Average Duration4h 12m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Erlangen by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Heidelberg to Erlangen?

    The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Erlangen start from $48. The average price for this train route is around $72. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Heidelberg to Erlangen is 4h 12m, covering a distance of 106 miles (170 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 32m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 15 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Heidelberg to Erlangen?

    The earliest train departs from Heidelberg to Erlangen at 6:13am. And the latest train departs at 7:10pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Heidelberg 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.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, 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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