Travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen by train

Want to know how to get from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen take around 2 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 177 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Frankfurt am Main is scheduled to depart at around  02:49. The last departure is usually at around 22:41 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Frankfurt am Main at around 00:45, with the last train leaving at around 22:39. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 68 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 3 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$47.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Erlangen, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Erlangen.

Is there a direct train from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen?

The journey between Frankfurt am Main and Erlangen usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen?

The Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen train travel takes about 2 hours and 20 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Frankfurt am Main to Erlangen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Erlangen leaving Frankfurt am Main at around 02:49 and the last train leaving at around 22:41 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Frankfurt am Main at around 00:45, with the final departure at 22:39.