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Erlangen to Cologne trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Erlangen and Cologne takes 3h 44m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Erlangen to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 44m
Duration
426 km
Distance
€98
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain train 41 / ...
4h 9m
€80–190

Erlangen to Cologne train times

Trains run hourly between Erlangen and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Erlangen is at 7:03 PM which arrives into Cologne at 12:12 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 425.5 km
  • Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Erlangen, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf hourly. Tickets cost €75–180 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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