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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Erlangen is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Erlangen is to drive which takes 4h 55m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Erlangen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz station and arriving at Erlangen train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Vienna to Erlangen?

The distance between Vienna and Erlangen is 527 km. The road distance is 492.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Erlangen without a car is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs €95 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Vienna to Erlangen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Erlangen bus from?

Vienna to Erlangen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

Train, bus or fly from Vienna to Erlangen?

The best way to get from Vienna to Erlangen is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs €95 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 7h 55m, you could also fly, which costs €90 - €300 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Vienna to Erlangen bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vienna to Erlangen?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Erlangen is 492 km. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Vienna to Erlangen.

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

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

Where can I stay near Erlangen?

There are 1259+ hotels available in Erlangen.

Vienna to Erlangen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Vienna to Erlangen by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Nuernberg Hbftrain Ice
5h 37m
€100–223
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Erlangen train stationbus N161
7h 55m
€35–60
Drive 492.4 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Erlangencar 492.4 km
4h 55m
€79–114
Fly to Nuremberg Airport
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane VIE - NUE
5h 56m
€94–300
Fly to Munich International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane VIE - MUC
2. Take the bus from Munich International Airport to Erlangen train stationbus
6h 59m
€95–266

Vienna to Erlangen by train and bus

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Distance: 526.9 km
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Erlangen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Wien Hbf to Nuernberg Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €95–220 and the journey takes 4h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Erlangen train station once daily. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 7h 55m.

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