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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg im Breisgau to Erlangen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a train costs an average of £80.
Distance: 291 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£80 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 31m Average total duration 8h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg 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.
Compare the available ways to get from Freiburg im Breisgau to Erlangen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg im Breisgau to Erlangen:
A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Erlangen costing on average £80.
Other travel options to Erlangen take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 31m.
Tickets start at around £80 compared to roughly £51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£29. The journey takes 4h 32m versus 4h 17m 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.
How to get to Erlangen from Freiburg im Breisgau by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Erlangen is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Erlangen are Nuremberg, Bamberg, Würzburg, Bayreuth and Munich. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Erlangen on Omio.
Nuremberg is a Franconian city known for its walled Old Town, imperial castle and the legacy of the Nuremberg Trials. Medieval streets, robust local food and respected museums give it a character that feels historic yet lived-in.
Bamberg is known for its well-preserved medieval centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site set across seven hills. The Regnitz river, the Altes Rathaus and a strong brewing tradition give the city a distinctive Franconian character.
Würzburg is a Franconian city on the Main known for the Residenz, Baroque streets and local wine. Its compact centre and hilltop Marienberg Fortress give it a historic yet youthful feel.
Bayreuth is best known for Richard Wagner and the annual Bayreuth Festival at the Festspielhaus. Its baroque architecture, historic centre and student presence give the city a cultured, easy-going feel.
Munich is Bavaria’s capital, known for historic squares, beer halls and strong museum collections. Around Marienplatz and the Residenz, it feels elegant and traditional, while districts like Schwabing give it a more relaxed edge.
Travel to Erlangen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Freiburg im Breisgau to Erlangen.
This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg im Breisgau to Erlangen:
A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Erlangen costing on average £80.
Other travel options to Erlangen take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 31m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Freiburg im Breisgau and Erlangen as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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