The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Erlangen
Cheapest price
€45
Average price
€69
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Trains per day
24
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 €69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
Of the 24 trains that leave Munich for Erlangen on Fri, Jun 26, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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 680 · 496811:12 AM1h43Munich Hbf12:55 PMErlangen station€451One-way1 transfer
ICE 628 · 491411:45 AM1h41Munich Hbf1:26 PMErlangen station€451One-way1 transfer
ICE 588 · 49701:10 PM1h45Munich Hbf2:55 PMErlangen station€451One-way1 transfer
ICE 722 · 49109:46 AM1h40Munich Hbf11:26 AMErlangen station€491One-way1 transfer
ICE 684 · 49647:12 AM1h43Munich Hbf8:55 AMErlangen station€521One-way1 transfer
ICE 6008:49 AM1h28Munich Hbf10:17 AMErlangen station€901One-way0 transfers
ICE 6026:49 AM1h28Munich Hbf8:17 AMErlangen station€621One-way0 transfers
ICE 50810:48 AM1h29Munich Hbf12:17 PMErlangen station€901One-way0 transfers
ICE 50612:48 PM1h29Munich Hbf2:17 PMErlangen station€901One-way0 transfers
ICE 5042:48 PM1h29Munich Hbf4:17 PMErlangen station€901One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 €11. 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 €11, and a flight costs an average of €214.
Distance: 168 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€44 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest | €442 Average price |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration 3h 42m 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, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 682 · 4966 | On time 9:12 AM Munich Hbf | 1h43 | 10:55 AM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1100 · 4966 | On time 9:19 AM Munich Hbf | 1h36 | 10:55 AM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 722 · 4910 | On time 9:46 AM Munich Hbf | 1h40 | 11:26 AM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1600 · 4988 | On time 10:22 AM Munich Hbf | 1h33 | 11:55 AM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 508 | Delayed 10:48 AM Munich Hbf | 1h29 | 10:21 AM 10:21 AMErlangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 680 · 4968 | On time 11:12 AM Munich Hbf | 1h43 | 12:55 PM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1008 · 4968 | On time 11:18 AM Munich Hbf | 1h37 | 12:55 PM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 628 · 4914 | On time 11:45 AM Munich Hbf | 1h41 | 1:26 PM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1508 · 4990 | On time 12:21 PM Munich Hbf | 1h34 | 1:55 PM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 506 | Delayed 12:48 PM Munich Hbf | 1h29 | 12:21 PM 12:21 PMErlangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 588 · 4970 | On time 1:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1h45 | 2:55 PM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1006 · 4970 | On time 1:17 PM Munich Hbf | 1h38 | 2:55 PM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 624 · 4918 | On time 1:45 PM Munich Hbf | 1h43 | 3:28 PM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1506 · 4992 | On time 2:21 PM Munich Hbf | 1h34 | 3:55 PM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 504 | Delayed 2:48 PM Munich Hbf | 1h29 | 2:21 PM 2:21 PMErlangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 586 · 4972 | On time 3:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1h43 | 4:55 PM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1004 · 4972 | On time 3:17 PM Munich Hbf | 1h38 | 4:55 PM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 620 · 4922 | On time 3:45 PM Munich Hbf | 1h41 | 5:26 PM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1504 · 4994 | On time 4:21 PM Munich Hbf | 1h34 | 5:55 PM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 502 | On time 4:47 PM Munich Hbf | 1h30 | 6:17 PM Erlangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 584 · 4974 | On time 5:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1h45 | 6:55 PM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1002 · 4974 | On time 5:19 PM Munich Hbf | 1h36 | 6:55 PM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 26 | |||||
ICE 1604 · 4984 | On time 6:19 AM Munich Hbf | 1h36 | 7:55 AM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 602 | On time 6:49 AM Munich Hbf | 1h28 | 8:17 AM Erlangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 684 · 4964 | On time 7:12 AM Munich Hbf | 1h43 | 8:55 AM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1102 · 4964 | On time 7:17 AM Munich Hbf | 1h38 | 8:55 AM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 726 · 4906 | On time 7:42 AM Munich Hbf | 1h45 | 9:27 AM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1602 · 4986 | On time 8:21 AM Munich Hbf | 1h34 | 9:55 AM Erlangen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 600 | On time 8:49 AM Munich Hbf | 1h28 | 10:17 AM Erlangen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Erlangen
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 €11 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:42. 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 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Munich to Erlangen trainsDeutsche Bahn, alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Munich and Erlangen from €11. 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-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Munich to Erlangen
- 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
- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Lenz
- Das Bad
- Subway
- Theresienhöhe
- Hotel Schweiz
- Hotel Uhland
- Germania
- 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
- 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
- Bistro bareva
- Zum Angerwirt
- Turandot
- Hoang Kim Imbiss
- Art Hotel
- The niu Cure
- Kaffee- und Snackbar Oase
- Gaststätte TV 1861 Bruck
- Der Beck
- Hoang Kim Imbiss
- Weißes Lamm
- Hotel Smart-Inn
- The niu Cure
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