The average train between Budapest and Erlangen takes 11h 7m and the fastest train takes 9h. The train service runs several times per day from Budapest to Erlangen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Budapest and Erlangen. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Erlangen at 11:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Wien Hbf and take an average of 11h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Budapest to Erlangen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Erlangen. However, there are services departing from Budapest station and arriving at Erlangen station via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 7m.
Budapest to Erlangen train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Budapest to Erlangen train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Nuernberg Hbf station.
Book your Budapest to Erlangen train tickets online with Railjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Budapest and Erlangen is 635.1 km. The road distance is 774 km.
You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Erlangen via Wien Hbf, Nuernberg Hbf, and Nürnberg Hbf in around 7h 55m.