What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Erlangen?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Erlangen is to rideshare which costs €20 and takes 4h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Erlangen?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Erlangen is to train and fly which takes 3h 26m and costs €100 - €250.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Erlangen?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Erlangen. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Erlangen via Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Cologne to Erlangen?

The distance between Cologne and Erlangen is 426 km. The road distance is 386.8 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Erlangen without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Erlangen without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs €45 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Erlangen?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Cologne to Erlangen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Erlangen train from?

Cologne to Erlangen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Erlangen?

The best way to get from Cologne to Erlangen is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs €45 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €55 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Cologne to Erlangen train arrive?

Cologne to Erlangen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Erlangen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Erlangen is 387 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Cologne to Erlangen.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Erlangen?

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Where can I stay near Erlangen?

There are 1183+ hotels available in Erlangen.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Erlangen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Erlangen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Erlangen - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cologne to Erlangen by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Nürnberg Hbf41 / ...
3h 31m
€47–135
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Erlangen385.2 km
4h 42m
€20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Erlangen train stationN84 / ...
6h 53m
€28–55
Drive 386.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Erlangen386.8 km
3h 31m
€55–79
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Nuremberg Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)DUS - NUE
5h 10m
€122–304
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)HbfIce
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Bamberg
3. Take the train from Bamberg to Erlangen Paul-Gossen-StraßeS1
6h 25m
€60–158
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Nuremberg Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)FRA - NUE
3h 26m
€105–249
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)DUS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Nürnberg Hbf
5h 32m
€121–308
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)CGN - MUC
2. Take the train from Flughafen München to Hauptbahnhof
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Erlangen
5h 30m
€109–330

Cologne to Erlangen by train

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3h 31mAverage Duration

€47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 425.5 km
Duration: 3h 31m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Nürnberg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €35–120 and the journey takes 3h 13m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Erlangen train station 4 times a day. Tickets cost €24–45 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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