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

The cheapest way to get from Erlangen to Gera is to drive which costs €27 - €40 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erlangen to Gera is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Erlangen and Gera?

No, there is no direct train from Erlangen to Gera. However, there are services departing from Erlangen and arriving at Gera Hbf via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Erlangen to Gera?

The distance between Erlangen and Gera is 255 km. The road distance is 194.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Erlangen to Gera without a car is to train via Erfurt which takes 2h 28m and costs €40 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Erlangen to Gera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erlangen to Gera train from?

Erlangen to Gera train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Erlangen station.

Where does the Erlangen to Gera train arrive?

Erlangen to Gera train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Saalfeld station.

Can I drive from Erlangen to Gera?

Yes, the driving distance between Erlangen to Gera is 195 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Erlangen to Gera.

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

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Where can I stay near Gera?

There are 313+ hotels available in Gera.

Erlangen to Gera - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Erlangen to Gera by train or car

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

Train via Erfurt
best
1. Take the train from Erlangen to Erfurt Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbftrain Re3 / ...
2h 28m
€42–77
Drive 194.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Erlangen to Geracar 194.7 km
2h 16m
€28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Erlangen to Jena-Göschwitztrain 61 / ...
2. Take the train from Jena-Göschwitz to Gera Hbftrain Re3 / ...
3h 2m
€52–72
Train via Saalfeld
1. Take the train from Erlangen to Saalfeldtrain 61 / ...
2. Take the train from Saalfeld(Saale) to Gera Hbftrain Rb / ...
3h 32m

Erlangen to Gera by train

103Weekly Trains

2h 28mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.2 km
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Erlangen to Gera Hbf via Erfurt Hbf in around 2h 28m.

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