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

The cheapest way to get from Ulm to Erlangen is to rideshare which costs €5 - €11 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ulm to Erlangen is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Ulm and Erlangen?

No, there is no direct bus from Ulm to Erlangen station. However, there are services departing from Ulm and arriving at Erlangen train station via Munich central bus station and Nuremberg central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Ulm to Erlangen?

The distance between Ulm and Erlangen is 190 km. The road distance is 186.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulm to Erlangen without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs €40 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Ulm to Erlangen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Erlangen bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ulm to Erlangen?

The best way to get from Ulm to Erlangen is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs €40 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Ulm to Erlangen bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ulm to Erlangen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulm to Erlangen is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Ulm to Erlangen.

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

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

Where can I stay near Erlangen?

There are 1259+ hotels available in Erlangen.

Can I share a ride from Ulm to Erlangen?

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

Ulm to Erlangen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ulm to Erlangen by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Ulm Hbf to Donauwoerthtrain Rb / ...
2. Take the train from Donauwoerth to Nuernberg Hbftrain Ice
4h 10m
€42–88
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Ulm to Erlangenrideshare 187.9 km
2h 28m
€5–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ulm to Munich central bus stationbus 336 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Nuremberg central bus stationbus FlixBus 234 / ...
5h 49m
€21–40
Train via Stuttgart
1. Take the train from Ulm Hbf to Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatttrain Re
2. Take the train from Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt to Nuernberg Hbftrain Re
6h 10m
€45–86
Drive 186.9 km
1. Drive from Ulm to Erlangencar 186.9 km
2h 16m
€27–38

Ulm to Erlangen by train and bus

14Weekly Services

4h 10mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 190.3 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a train from Ulm Hbf to Erlangen train station via Donauwoerth, Nuernberg Hbf, and Nuremberg central bus station in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ulm to Erlangen train station via Munich central bus station and Nuremberg central bus station in around 5h 49m.

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