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Stadtmuseum Erlangen
City museum covering Erlangen's development, Huguenot heritage and everyday life through changing exhibitions and local collections.
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£33
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£44
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
2 h 38 m
Trains on 13 Sept
6
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
On Sun 13 Sept, we found 6 trains from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 20 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a flight costs an average of £107.
Distance: 175 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price | £28 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen:
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen costing on average £33.
A coach is £94 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen costing on average £107.
Other travel options to Erlangen take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 28m.
Coach takes on average 2h 45m.
Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-4.63. The journey takes 2h 28m versus 2h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen trains for today, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4603 · ICE 523 · 4906 | 6:35 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h52 | 9:27 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
4603 · 4783 | 6:35 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h26 | 10:01 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 523 · 4906 | 6:52 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h35 | 9:27 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
S9 · ICE 525 · 4908 | 7:29 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h57 | 10:26 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 525 · 4908 | On time 7:42 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h44 | 10:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 23 · 4966+ 24313 | 7:46 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h09 | 10:55 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 525 · 4908 | 7:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h29 | 10:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 23 · 4966 | 8:21 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h34 | 10:55 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
4607 · 4785 | 8:35 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h26 | 12:01 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
4607 · ICE 527 · 4910 | 8:35 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h51 | 11:26 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 527 · 4910 | On time 8:42 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h44 | 11:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 527 · 4910+ 25123 | Delayed 7:10 8:44Frankfurt South station | 2h42 | 11:26 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
4647 · 4913+ 24319 | 8:46 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h41 | 12:27 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
4647 · 4913 | 9:01 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h26 | 12:27 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
S9 · ICE 529 · 4912 | 9:29 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h57 | 12:26 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 529 · 4912 | Delayed 7:42 9:41Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h45 | 12:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 529 · 4912 | On time 9:42 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h44 | 12:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 25 · 4968+ 24321 | 9:46 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h09 | 12:55 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 25 · 4968 | 10:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h36 | 12:55 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
4611 · ICE 621 · 4914 | 10:35 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h51 | 13:26 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
4611 · 4787 | 10:35 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h26 | 14:01 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 621 · 4914 | Delayed 8:42 10:41Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h45 | 13:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 621 · 4914 | On time 10:42 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h44 | 13:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 621 · 4914+ 25125 | Delayed 9:10 10:44Frankfurt South station | 2h42 | 13:26 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 621 · 4914 | 10:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h29 | 13:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 623 · ICE 506 | Delayed 9:42 11:41Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h36 | 14:17 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 27 · 4970+ 24327 | 11:46 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h09 | 14:55 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 623 · ICE 506 | On time 11:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h20 | 14:17 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
S8 · 4615 · ICE 587 · 4992 | 12:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h55 | 15:55 Erlangen station | 3 changes | |
ICE 27 · 4970 | 12:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h53 | 14:55 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 27 · 4970 | 12:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h36 | 14:55 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 625 · 4918 | Delayed 10:42 12:41Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h47 | 15:28 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 625 · 4918 | 12:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h31 | 15:28 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 627 · 4920 | Delayed 11:42 13:41Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h45 | 16:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 627 · 4920 | 13:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h29 | 16:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 29 · 4972 | 14:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h53 | 16:55 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 29 · 4972 | 14:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h36 | 16:55 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 629 · 4922 | Delayed 12:42 14:41Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h45 | 17:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
4649 · 4925+ 24339 | 14:46 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h41 | 18:27 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 629 · 4922 | 14:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h29 | 17:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
4649 · 4925 | 15:01 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h26 | 18:27 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
S9 · ICE 721 · 4924 | 15:29 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h57 | 18:26 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 721 · 4924 | 15:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h45 | 18:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 721 · 4924+ 25329 | 15:44 Frankfurt South station | 2h42 | 18:26 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 229 · 4974+ 24349 | Delayed 14:35 15:46Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h09 | 18:55 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 721 · 4924 | 15:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h29 | 18:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 229 · 4974 | 16:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h53 | 18:55 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 229 · 4974 | On time 16:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h36 | 18:55 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
4623 · 4793 | 16:35 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h26 | 20:01 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
4623 · ICE 723 · 4926 | 16:35 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h51 | 19:26 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 723 · 4926 | Delayed 14:42 16:41Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h45 | 19:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 723 · 4926 | On time 16:42 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h44 | 19:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 723 · 4926 | 16:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h29 | 19:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
S9 · ICE 725 · 4928 | 17:29 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h57 | 20:26 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 725 · 4928 | Delayed 15:42 17:41Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h45 | 20:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 725 · 4928 | On time 17:42 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h44 | 20:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 725 · 4928+ 25331 | Delayed 16:10 17:44Frankfurt South station | 2h42 | 20:26 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 927 · 4976+ 24353 | 17:46 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h09 | 20:55 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 725 · 4928 | 17:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h29 | 20:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 927 · 4976 | 18:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h53 | 20:55 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 927 · 4976 | 18:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h36 | 20:55 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
4627 · ICE 727 · 4940 | 18:35 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h51 | 21:26 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 727 · 4940 | On time 18:42 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h44 | 21:26 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
4629 · 4935 | 19:28 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h33 | 23:01 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
S9 · ICE 729 · ICE 908 | On time 19:29 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h48 | 22:17 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 729 · ICE 908 | On time 19:42 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h35 | 22:17 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
ICE 929 · 4956+ 24359 | 19:46 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h40 | 23:26 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 929 · 4629 · 4935+ 24359 | 19:46 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h15 | 23:01 Erlangen station | 3 changes | |
ICE 821 · 4797 · 4997 | On time 20:42 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h19 | 0:01 Erlangen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 821 · S1 | On time 20:42 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h25 | 0:07 Erlangen station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:41 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Erlangen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Erlangen trip today.
City museum covering Erlangen's development, Huguenot heritage and everyday life through changing exhibitions and local collections.
University art space showing contemporary exhibitions in a historic villa, popular for thoughtful small-scale shows and events.
University museum with prehistoric and early historic artefacts, offering a compact look at archaeology from the region and beyond.
Large Baroque palace garden with lawns, paths and seasonal flowerbeds; a favourite place for walks, picnics and relaxed city breaks.
Central square framed by major Baroque buildings, university life and events, making it a practical and scenic starting point.
Historic district laid out for Huguenot settlers, known for straight streets, Baroque town planning and attractive urban walks.
Franconian bratwurst, usually grilled or pan-fried, is a regional staple often served with sauerkraut or potato salad and reflects everyday pub cooking in northern Bavaria.
Schäufele is pork shoulder with crackling, slow-roasted until tender. It is a classic Franconian Sunday dish, typically served with gravy, dumplings and cabbage.
A robust Franconian roast of marinated beef in a dark sauce, traditionally linked to festive family meals and commonly paired with potato dumplings and red cabbage.
Refined restaurant focused on seasonal modern cuisine with polished service, suited to a longer evening meal in elegant surroundings.
Traditional Franconian inn known for classic regional dishes and beer in a warm, historic setting near the old town.
Established brewery tavern serving Franconian food and house beers in a lively, rustic atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Germany: dining and hotels are generally a little cheaper than Munich, while public transport and everyday costs remain fairly typical for Bavaria.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service; tip directly when paying.
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Erlangen station -> Altstadtmarkt, Erlangen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen 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 Erlangen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Erlangen station pair, with some services arriving at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Erlangen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
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 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.
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.
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