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

The cheapest way to get from Forchheim to Erlangen is to rideshare which costs €2 and takes 30 min.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Forchheim and Erlangen?

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

Is there a direct train between Forchheim and Erlangen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Forchheim (Oberfr) and arriving at Erlangen. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from Forchheim to Erlangen?

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

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

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

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

The train from Forchheim (Oberfr) Station to Erlangen takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Forchheim to Erlangen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forchheim to Erlangen train from?

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

Train or bus from Forchheim to Erlangen?

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

Where does the Forchheim to Erlangen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forchheim to Erlangen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forchheim to Erlangen?

Yes, the driving distance between Forchheim to Erlangen is 16 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Forchheim to Erlangen.

Where can I stay near Erlangen?

There are 1196+ hotels available in Erlangen.

Can I share a ride from Forchheim to Erlangen?

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

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

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

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Forchheim to Erlangen by train

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Distance: 14.7 km
Duration: 7 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Forchheim (Oberfr) to Erlangen every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €7–10 and the journey takes 7 min. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from Forchheim to Erlangen once daily. Tickets cost €4–6 and the journey takes 27 min.

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