The average train between Leipzig and Erlangen takes 2h 8m and the fastest train takes 1h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Leipzig 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 Leipzig and Erlangen. The earliest departure is at 1:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 9:55 PM which arrives into Erlangen at 11:37 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Erlangen station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 8m.
Leipzig to Erlangen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Erlangen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Erlangen station.
Book your Leipzig to Erlangen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Leipzig and Erlangen is 217.1 km. The road distance is 283 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Erlangen every 2 hours. Tickets cost €55–130 and the journey takes 1h 58m.