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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cologne to Erlangen

Composite routes from Cologne to Erlangen

Cheapest
3 h 19 min
Car
386 km.
from $21
Fastest
1 h 3 min
Plane

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 3
FlixBus
Website
Arjani Travel
Website
Tarsin
Website
FlixBus
Website
2h 45m
Every 4 hours
$21.63–$31.81
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Arjani Travel
Website
2h 10m
Twice a week
+355 68 20 63 724
+355 68 20 63 724
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Tarsin
Website
4h 21m
Once a week
$11.45–$15.27
+40 230 562 929
+40 230 562 929
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 1
Lufthansa
Website
Lufthansa
Website
3h 44m
Every day
$152.67–$610.68
Train operators
Found: 6
NS
Website
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
National Express
Website
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
NS
Website
1h 3m
Hourly
$25.45–$62.34
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
Call
Eurostar
Website
32 min
Once daily
$31.81–$69.97
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
3h 12m
Hourly
$82.70–$95.42
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
1h 26m
Every 4 hours
$26.72–$38.17
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
Call
National Express
Website
38 min
Every 20 minutes
$12.72–$19.08
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
45 min
Once daily
+49 9126 301 90 70
+49 9126 301 90 70
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
4h 42m
Twice daily
$23.97
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Erlangen is to rideshare which costs $20.48 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Erlangen is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Erlangen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Erlangen station. However, there are services departing from Cologne and arriving at Erlangen train station via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Erlangen?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Erlangen. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Erlangen via Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Cologne to Erlangen?

The distance between Cologne and Erlangen is 426 km. The road distance is 387.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Erlangen without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs $76.09 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Cologne to Erlangen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Erlangen bus from?

Cologne to Erlangen bus services, operated by Arjani Travel, depart from Cologne station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Erlangen train from?

Cologne to Erlangen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Erlangen?

The best way to get from Cologne to Erlangen is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs $76.09 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h.

Where does the Cologne to Erlangen bus arrive?

Cologne to Erlangen bus services, operated by Arjani Travel, arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Erlangen train arrive?

Cologne to Erlangen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Erlangen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Erlangen is 387 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Cologne to Erlangen.

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

Book your Cologne to Erlangen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Erlangen?

There are 1072+ hotels available in Erlangen. Prices start at $51.20 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Erlangen?

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