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

The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart to Erlangen is to drive which costs €28 - €45 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stuttgart to Erlangen is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Stuttgart and Erlangen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Erlangen. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Stuttgart to Erlangen?

The distance between Stuttgart and Erlangen is 224 km. The road distance is 202.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Erlangen without a car is to train via Nürnberg Hbf which takes 2h 28m and costs €30 - €95.

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

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

Where do I catch the Stuttgart to Erlangen train from?

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

Train or fly from Stuttgart to Erlangen?

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Erlangen is to train via Nürnberg Hbf which takes 2h 28m and costs €30 - €95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €85 - €270 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Stuttgart to Erlangen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stuttgart to Erlangen?

Yes, the driving distance between Stuttgart to Erlangen is 203 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Stuttgart to Erlangen.

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

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Where can I stay near Erlangen?

There are 1183+ hotels available in Erlangen.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Stuttgart to Erlangen by train, car, or plane

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 Nürnberg Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Nürnberg Hbf61
2h 28m
€34–91
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Erlangen61
2h 29m
€28–65
Drive 202.9 km
1. Drive from Stuttgart to Erlangen202.9 km
2h 26m
€29–42
Fly
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)STR - NUE
4h 49m
€86–266

Stuttgart to Erlangen by train

55Weekly Trains

2h 28mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 224.3 km
Duration: 2h 28m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hauptbahnhof to Nürnberg Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €27–75 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, Lufthansa, KLM, and two other airlines fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE) every 4 hours.

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