1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- Lounge Access
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
21 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
22 m
Trains on 18 Sept
16
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Erlangen to Bamberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Erlangen to Bamberg will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 16 trains from Erlangen to Bamberg, including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 508
ICE 602
ICE 506
4988
4968
ICE 508
ICE 506
ICE 602
4918
4988Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erlangen to Bamberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 34 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (21m by train vs 31m by car). Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Erlangen to Bamberg trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 602 | On time 8:19 Erlangen station | 0h21 | 8:40 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
S1 | 9:09 Erlangen station | 0h37 | 9:46 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4906 | 9:29 Erlangen station | 0h24 | 9:53 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4988 | 11:57 Erlangen station | 0h23 | 12:20 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 508 | Delayed 10:25 12:19Erlangen station | 0h21 | 10:43 10:43Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4912 | 12:28 Erlangen station | 0h24 | 12:52 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4968 | 12:57 Erlangen station | 0h23 | 13:20 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
S1 | 13:09 Erlangen station | 0h37 | 13:46 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4914 | 13:28 Erlangen station | 0h24 | 13:52 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4990 | 13:57 Erlangen station | 0h23 | 14:20 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 506 | Delayed 12:25 14:19Erlangen station | 0h21 | 12:43 12:43Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4916 | 14:28 Erlangen station | 0h24 | 14:52 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4970 | 14:57 Erlangen station | 0h23 | 15:20 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
S1 | 15:09 Erlangen station | 0h37 | 15:46 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4918 | 15:30 Erlangen station | 0h22 | 15:52 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4992 | 15:57 Erlangen station | 0h23 | 16:20 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Erlangen to Bamberg run on average 2 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 19m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 4:20 |
Last train 23:16 |
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Discover the best of Bamberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bamberg trip today.
City museum in the Alte Hofhaltung with collections on Bamberg’s art and history. Good for understanding the city beyond its postcard views.
Art museum focused on modern and contemporary works in a former palace by the Regnitz. Compact, thoughtful and easy to combine with a walk nearby.
Diocesan museum with sacred art, reliquaries, sculptures and treasures linked to Bamberg’s ecclesiastical past. Best for church art lovers.
Picturesque former fishermen’s district with half-timbered houses and canals. Ideal for strolling, photos and a quieter side of the old town.
Elegant rose garden beside the Neue Residenz with broad views across Bamberg’s rooftops. A favourite place for a calm break and city panorama.
Historic streetscape with baroque facades and local shops running through the old town. A rewarding route for architecture and everyday city life.
Iconic dark lager smoked over beechwood, giving a bacon-like aroma. It is Bamberg’s signature drink and central to the city’s brewing tradition.
Onion stuffed with minced pork and bacon, then braised in beer or stock. A hearty Franconian inn classic closely associated with Bamberg.
Blue poached sausages gently cooked in a vinegar-onion broth. A traditional Franconian sausage dish commonly served in Bamberg taverns.
Long-established restaurant with refined Franconian and German cooking, known for seasonal menus and a formal but welcoming dining room.
Traditional brewery inn serving Rauchbier and robust Franconian specialities in a rustic, local atmosphere.
Brewery restaurant by the river offering house beers and Franconian favourites in a polished historic setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are fairly priced, and local buses are reasonable. Tourist areas can cost more, but Bamberg is often cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt.
Service is usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erlangen to Bamberg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bamberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Erlangen to Bamberg trains use the Erlangen to Bamberg station pair. Use this guide to compare Erlangen and Bamberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Erlangen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Basilikum, Ilias, Ristorante Carpaccio, Goldene Sonne
Wi-Fi is available at Erlangen. ATMs are available at Erlangen.
Ticket office support is available at Erlangen. Information desks are available at Erlangen.
Luggage storage is available at Erlangen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erlangen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erlangen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erlangen.
Nearby hotels include NH Hotel, A. B. Hotel, Zeitwohnhaus, Hotel Villa Soy.
Erlangen-Bruck is 2 km from Erlangen city centre. Public transport options include:
Erlangen-Bruck has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Kaffee- und Snackbar Oase, Gaststätte TV 1861 Bruck, Der Beck, Hoang Kim Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Erlangen-Bruck. ATMs are available at Erlangen-Bruck.
Ticket office support is available at Erlangen-Bruck. Information desks are available at Erlangen-Bruck.
Luggage storage is available at Erlangen-Bruck. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erlangen-Bruck: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erlangen-Bruck: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erlangen-Bruck.
Nearby hotels include Weißes Lamm, Hotel Smart-Inn, The niu Cure.
Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße is 1 km from Erlangen city centre. Public transport options include:
Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bistro bareva, Zum Angerwirt, Turandot, Hoang Kim Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße. ATMs are available at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße.
Ticket office support is available at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße. Information desks are available at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße.
Luggage storage is available at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße.
Nearby hotels include Art Hotel, The niu Cure.
Bamberg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Kachelofen, Brauerei Spezial
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bamberg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bamberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bamberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bamberg: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bamberg: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Bamberg, Best Western Hotel Bamberg, Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg.
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