Train from Cologne to Erlangen: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Cologne to Erlangen on 6 December
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Erlangen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Erlangen. The journey takes about 6 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
6h 15mAverage duration
203 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£22 - £22Average duration6h 15m
8kg CO₂e
Average price£36 - £106Average duration4h 18m
8kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£19 - £38Average duration4h 10m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Erlangen by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Erlangen?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Erlangen start from £36. The average price for this train route is around £72. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cologne to Erlangen?

    The average train journey time from Cologne to Erlangen is 4h 18m, covering a distance of 201 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 34m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Cologne to Erlangen route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 16 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Erlangen?

    The earliest train from Cologne to Erlangen departs at 12:20. And the latest train departs at 20:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Erlangen was searched and found on 7 Dec 2025 with a price of £46

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Erlangen as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £46 to £135 for a train ticket from Cologne to Erlangen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £46, which is on 2025-12-07.

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