The average train between Cologne and Erlangen takes 4h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Cologne 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 hourly between Cologne and Erlangen. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Erlangen at 11:26 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 41m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Cologne 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 Cologne to Erlangen. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station and arriving at Nürnberg Hbf station via Nürnberg Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.
Cologne to Erlangen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Erlangen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.
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The distance between Cologne and Erlangen is 324.7 km. The road distance is 387 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Nürnberg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €65–130 and the journey takes 3h 13m.