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

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Erlangen is to rideshare which costs €8 - €13 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Munich to Erlangen is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs €25 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Erlangen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Munich central bus station station and arriving at Erlangen train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Erlangen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from München Hbf and arriving at Erlangen. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Munich to Erlangen?

The distance between Munich and Erlangen is 193 km. The road distance is 188 km.

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

The best way to get from Munich to Erlangen without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs €25 - €65.

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

The train from München Hbf to Erlangen takes 1h 29m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Munich to Erlangen bus from?

Munich to Erlangen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Munich central bus station.

Where do I catch the Munich to Erlangen train from?

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

Train or bus from Munich to Erlangen?

The best way to get from Munich to Erlangen is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs €25 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €23 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Munich to Erlangen bus arrive?

Munich to Erlangen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Erlangen train station.

Where does the Munich to Erlangen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Munich to Erlangen?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Erlangen is 188 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Munich to Erlangen.

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

Book your Munich to Erlangen train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Munich to Erlangen?

Book your Munich to Erlangen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Erlangen?

There are 1230+ hotels available in Erlangen.

Can I share a ride from Munich to Erlangen?

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

Munich to Erlangen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Munich to Erlangen by train, bus, car, 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 München Hbf to Erlangentrain 28 / ...
1h 29m
€25–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Munich to Erlangenrideshare 190.7 km
2h 15m
€8–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Erlangen train stationbus N05
3h 15m
€11–23
Drive 188 km
1. Drive from Munich to Erlangencar 188 km
1h 39m
€27–38
Bus via Nuremberg central bus station
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Nuremberg central bus stationbus N885 / ...
3h 30m
€13–21
Train via Markt Indersdorf
1. Take the train from Marienplatz to Petershausentrain S2
2. Take the train from Petershausen to Nürnberg Hbftrain Rb16 / ...
4h 24m
€43–60

Munich to Erlangen by train

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1h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193.4 km
Duration: 1h 29m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from München Hbf to Erlangen every 3 hours. Tickets cost €25–65 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Munich central bus station to Erlangen train station once daily. Tickets cost €11–23 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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