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

The cheapest way to get from Nuremberg to Erlangen is to rideshare which costs €2 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Nuremberg to Erlangen is to train which takes 12 min and costs €7 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Nuremberg and Erlangen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nürnberg Am Wegfeld and arriving at Erlangen Neuer Markt / Rathaus. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

Is there a direct train between Nuremberg and Erlangen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nürnberg Hbf and arriving at Erlangen. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Nuremberg to Erlangen?

The distance between Nuremberg and Erlangen is 23 km. The road distance is 18 km.

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

The best way to get from Nuremberg to Erlangen without a car is to train which takes 12 min and costs €7 - €19.

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

The train from Nürnberg Hbf to Erlangen takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Nuremberg to Erlangen bus from?

Nuremberg to Erlangen bus services, operated by Verkehrsverbund Großraum Nürnberg (VGN), depart from Nürnberg Am Wegfeld station.

Where do I catch the Nuremberg to Erlangen train from?

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

Train or bus from Nuremberg to Erlangen?

The best way to get from Nuremberg to Erlangen is to train which takes 12 min and costs €7 - €19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €3 - €6 and takes 22 min.

Where does the Nuremberg to Erlangen bus arrive?

Nuremberg to Erlangen bus services, operated by Verkehrsverbund Großraum Nürnberg (VGN), arrive at Erlangen Neuer Markt / Rathaus station.

Where does the Nuremberg to Erlangen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nuremberg to Erlangen?

Yes, the driving distance between Nuremberg to Erlangen is 18 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Nuremberg to Erlangen.

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

Book your Nuremberg to Erlangen train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Nuremberg to Erlangen bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Erlangen?

There are 1205+ hotels available in Erlangen.

Can I share a ride from Nuremberg to Erlangen?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Nuremberg to Erlangen by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, 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 Nürnberg Hbf to Erlangentrain 28 / ...
12 min
€7–19
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Nuremberg to Erlangenrideshare 19.6 km
38 min
€2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nürnberg Am Wegfeld to Erlangen Neuer Markt / Rathausbus 30 / ...
22 min
€3–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nuremberg to Erlangentaxi 18 km
18 min
€35–50
Drive 18 km
1. Drive from Nuremberg to Erlangencar 18 km
18 min
€3–4

Nuremberg to Erlangen by train

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Distance: 23.4 km
Duration: 12 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Nürnberg Hbf to Erlangen every 2 hours. Tickets cost €7–19 and the journey takes 12 min. Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) also services this route every 15 minutes. Alternatively, Verkehrsverbund Großraum Nürnberg (VGN) operates a bus from Nürnberg Am Wegfeld to Erlangen Neuer Markt / Rathaus every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €3–5 and the journey takes 22 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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