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

The cheapest way to get from Erlangen to Forchheim is to rideshare which costs €3 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Erlangen to Forchheim is to train which takes 14 min and costs €7 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Erlangen and Forchheim?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Erlangen and arriving at Forchheim. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between Erlangen and Forchheim?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Erlangen and arriving at Forchheim. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Erlangen to Forchheim?

The distance between Erlangen and Forchheim is 15 km. The road distance is 16.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Erlangen to Forchheim without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs €7 - €10.

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

The train from Erlangen to Forchheim takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Erlangen to Forchheim bus from?

Erlangen to Forchheim bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Erlangen station.

Where do I catch the Erlangen to Forchheim train from?

Erlangen to Forchheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Erlangen station.

Train or bus from Erlangen to Forchheim?

The best way to get from Erlangen to Forchheim is to train which takes 14 min and costs €7 - €10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €4 - €6 and takes 27 min.

Where does the Erlangen to Forchheim bus arrive?

Erlangen to Forchheim bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Forchheim station.

Where does the Erlangen to Forchheim train arrive?

Erlangen to Forchheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Forchheim station.

Can I drive from Erlangen to Forchheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Erlangen to Forchheim is 16 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Erlangen to Forchheim.

Where can I stay near Forchheim?

There are 736+ hotels available in Forchheim.

Can I share a ride from Erlangen to Forchheim?

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

Erlangen to Forchheim - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Erlangen to Forchheim by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Erlangen to Forchheim by train

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14 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 14.9 km
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Erlangen, Germany and Forchheim, Bavaria, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Erlangen to Forchheim every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €7–10 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from Erlangen to Forchheim twice a week. Tickets cost €4–6 and the journey takes 27 min.

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