Travelling from Frankfurt Airport to Erlangen by train

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

The fastest trains from Frankfurt Airport to Erlangen take around 2 hours and 33 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 182 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Frankfurt Airport is scheduled to depart at around  04:34. The last departure is usually at around 22:16 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Frankfurt Airport at around 00:28, with the last train leaving at around 22:16. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 76 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €31.87.

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 Airport to Erlangen?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Frankfurt Airport 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 Airport to Erlangen?

The Frankfurt Airport to Erlangen train travel takes about 2 hours and 33 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Frankfurt Airport to Erlangen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Erlangen leaving Frankfurt Airport at around 04:34 and the last train leaving at around 22:16 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Frankfurt Airport at around 00:28, with the final departure at 22:16.