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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Erlangen

Showing times and prices for Nov 11

Cheapest price

€18

Average price

€18

Fastest journey

12 m

Average duration

12 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

17 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Erlangen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nuremberg to Erlangen will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Nuremberg for Erlangen on Tue, Nov 11, 1 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 17 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .

On Tue, Nov 11 the slowest trains will take 12 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.

Deutsche Bahn
06:05AM0h12
Nuremberg
06:17AMErlangen
€181One-way
0 transfers

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Compare bus and train for Nuremberg to Erlangen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Erlangen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €7.

Distance: 17 km

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€18

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13m

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Live departures

Nuremberg to Erlangen train times

The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Erlangen trains for today, Monday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 7:12 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahn10:05 AM Nuremberg
0h12
10:17 AM Erlangen0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahn2:05 PM Nuremberg
0h12
2:17 PM Erlangen0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahn6:07 PM Nuremberg
0h12
6:19 PM Erlangen0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, November 11
deutsche_bahn6:05 AM Nuremberg
0h12
6:17 AM Erlangen0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Erlangen

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Trains from Nuremberg to Erlangen run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 12m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4
Distance
17 km
Average train duration
13m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
12m
First train
00:19
Last train
23:42
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity from Nuremberg to Erlangen trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Nuremberg and Erlangen from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12m
Cheapest Price
€7
Deutsche Bahn frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

ÖBB | InterCity

About
ÖBB Intercity is a domestic high-speed rail service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) in Austria. They are addition to the Eurocity and the Railjet for long-distance travels and also include first class cars, the trains are air-conditioned, hve power sockets a minibar service and are comfortable. ÖBB Intercity trains mostly run on the inner alpine lines to cities like Graz, Linz and Salzburg and Inssbruck.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15m
Cheapest Price
€5
ÖBB | InterCity frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 piece of larger luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by ÖBB
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (on most routes) and at-seat service in first class. Snacks and drinks available
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for €3 in second class, included in first class ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs need ticket (50% of regular fare). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Nuremberg to Erlangen

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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.

FAQs
The train time from Nuremberg to Erlangen is on average 16 min   for the 17 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Nuremberg and Erlangen by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Nuremberg to Erlangen leaves at 07: 04. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Nuremberg to Erlangen leaves at 19: 54.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Nuremberg to Erlangen without having to change trains with Deutsche Bahn. There are 59 direct trains from Nuremberg to Erlangen each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the route from Nuremberg to Erlangen you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Erlangen from Nuremberg on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 54.

When departing from Nuremberg, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Nuremberg Hbf, Nuremberg and Nuremberg Flughafen. 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 Nuremberg Hbf, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 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.

The cheapest month to travel from Nuremberg to Erlangen by train is October.
Yes, you can take a train to Erlangen from Nuremberg.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Nuremberg to Erlangen

Nuremberg
Erlangen
The major train station for departures in Nuremberg is Nürnberg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nürnberg Hbf for your trip from Nuremberg to Erlangen.
Nürnberg HbfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Bahnhofsplatz 9, 90443 Nuremberg, Germany
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
  • Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
  • Coffee Fellows
  • Dallmayr Cafebar
  • Dunkin' Donuts
  • KFC
  • McDonald's
  • Subway
  • Sportsbar
  • Istanbul Döner
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • IntercityHotel Nuremberg
  • Park Plaza Nuremberg
  • Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
address
Address
90443 Nuremberg, Germany
Nürnberg-LaufamholzWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Nürnberg-Laufamholz, Am Behlanger 24, 90482 Nürnberg
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
Dining
Dining
  • Pizza Pasta da Marcel
  • Madame Bui
  • Gaststätte Loy
  • Ristorantino Gismondi
Hotel
Hotel
  • Park-Hotel Laufamholz
Nürnberg FlughafenWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
address
Address
Flughafenstraße 100, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
3
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Flughafenstraße.
Dining
Dining
  • Terminal90
  • Mövenpick Restaurant
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport
  • Hotel Alpha
  • Hotel Marienbad
Shower
Shower
  • Cost €6
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main terminal
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main terminal
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
  • Sixt
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main terminal
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, check-in counters, and baggage claim
  • Hall 2: security and departure gates
  • Hall 3: arrivals and car rental services
Public transit options for Nürnberg Flughafen
  • Metro: U2
  • Bus: Several lines available
Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.(U-Bahn)ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
address
Address
90443 Nuremberg, Germany
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km

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