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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Erlangen
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Erlangen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Erlangen will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 5 trains that leave Munich for Erlangen on Tue, Nov 11, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 11 the direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Tue, Nov 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Munich to Erlangen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Erlangen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €205.
Distance: 168 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€49 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest | €427 Average price |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Munich to Erlangen train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Erlangen trains for today, Monday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 722 · RE 4910 | Delayed 8:54 AM 8:50 AMMunich Hbf | 1h35 | 10:25 AM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 880 · RE 4988 | On time 9:20 AM Munich Hbf | 1h32 | 10:52 AM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, November 11 | |||||
| 4:12 AM Munich | 1h40 | 5:52 AM Erlangen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:17 AM Munich | 1h56 | 8:13 AM Erlangen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:54 AM Munich | 1h24 | 8:18 AM Erlangen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Erlangen
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Trains from Munich to Erlangen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Alex, Österreichische Bundesbahnen from Munich to Erlangen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Alex, Österreichische Bundesbahnen trains will get you between Munich and Erlangen from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Alex
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
FAQs: Trains from Munich to Erlangen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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.
When departing from Munich, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Munich Hbf, Munich Airport Terminal station and Munich Ost. When arriving in Erlangen, you can end your trip in train stations like Erlangen station, Erlangen-Bruck station and Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße station.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Munich Hbf, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Erlangen station, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Munich to Erlangen
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Burger King
- Tassilogarten
- Mitani
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Mk Hotel
- Hotel Pension Christl
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- Lenz
- Das Bad
- Subway
- Theresienhöhe
- Hotel Schweiz
- Hotel Uhland
- Germania
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Zum Brünnstein
- Satyam
- Tout oder Sie
- Ristorante il Padrino
- Holiday Inn Munich - Leuchtenbergring
- Holiday Inn München City Ost
- Holiday Inn Express München City Ost
- Hyperion
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Ratskeller
- Klenze 17
- Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
- Burger King
- Unsöld's Factory Hotel
- Hotel Domus
- Hotel Mercure München Altstadt
- Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans
- Orexi Taverna
- Guenstigwohnen24.de
- Jagdschloss Residenz
- Hotel Miano
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
WifiLockersShoppingParkingTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 08:15 - 15:00
- Sunday: 09:15 - 15:00
- Basilikum
- Ilias
- Ristorante Carpaccio
- Goldene Sonne
- NH Hotel
- A. B. Hotel
- Zeitwohnhaus
- Hotel Villa Soy
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Kaffee- und Snackbar Oase
- Gaststätte TV 1861 Bruck
- Der Beck
- Hoang Kim Imbiss
- Weißes Lamm
- Hotel Smart-Inn
- The niu Cure
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Bistro bareva
- Zum Angerwirt
- Turandot
- Hoang Kim Imbiss
- Art Hotel
- The niu Cure
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