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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Erlangen is to rideshare which costs €12 - €15 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Erlangen is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs €30 - €110.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Erlangen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Erlangen. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Erlangen?

The distance between Leipzig and Erlangen is 283 km. The road distance is 262.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Erlangen without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs €30 - €110.

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

The train from Leipzig Hbf to Erlangen takes 1h 41m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Erlangen train from?

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

Train or fly from Leipzig to Erlangen?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Erlangen is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs €30 - €110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €120 - €300 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Leipzig to Erlangen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Erlangen?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Erlangen is 262 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Leipzig to Erlangen.

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

Book your Leipzig to Erlangen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Erlangen?

There are 1193+ hotels available in Erlangen.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Erlangen?

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

Leipzig to Erlangen - 4 ways to travel via train, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Leipzig to Erlangen by train, rideshare, plane, 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
best
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Erlangen28 / ...
1h 41m
€30–110
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Erlangen260.6 km
3h 3m
€12–15
Fly
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)LEJ - NUE
4h 53m
€120–295
Drive 262.1 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Erlangen262.1 km
2h 48m
€37–53

Leipzig to Erlangen by train

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1h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 282.9 km
Duration: 1h 41m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Erlangen hourly. Tickets cost €30–110 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air UK ltd, and Ryanair fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE) twice daily.

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