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Wurzburg to Erlangen train

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Wurzburg - Erlangen Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

There are 25 daily trains from Wurzburg to Erlangen. Traveling by train from Wurzburg to Erlangen usually takes around 2 hours and 4 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in one hour and 17 minutes.

Distance49 mi (79 km)
Fastest train1h 17m
Lowest price£15.12
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
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Which train should you take from Wurzburg to Erlangen?

Deutsche Bahn is the one and only train line which connects Wurzburg to Erlangen. However, there are 25 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn252h 5m£20.45

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Wurzburg to Erlangen. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.
The distance between Wurzburg and Erlangen is approximately 49 miles, or 79 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 4 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 17 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Trains departing from Wurzburg to Erlangen tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Wurzburg at 03:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 25 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Erlangen to Wurzburg.

City Information

Wurzburg

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Wurzburg is a large city in the state of Bavaria. Famously known for its amazing dry white wines, the city is a popular destination not just for oenophiles but also for tourists. The city is blessed with many popular landmarks, but the most popular is Würzburger Residenz: a massive palatial compound and a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site. The palace boasts impressive Baroque architecture, inspiring frescoes, and meticulously-designed gardens. Festung Marienberg, a 13-century fortress, is another historical landmark, and the fortress' hilltop location offers an unobstructed view of the entire city.

Wurzburg, and the Franconian region as a whole, really gain their reputations from their wines. Some notable wineries to check out include Weingut Juliusspital and Staatlicher Hofkeller, which both offer guided tours of their wine cellars.

Wurzburg does not have its own commercial airport, so flights generally arrive in Nuremberg or Frankfurt, each over 50 miles away. Instead, taking a coach or train offers direct service into the center of Wurzburg. Coach lines include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, and Sindbad, arriving at several stations in the city. Train service operates through the Hauptbahnhof near the city centre, and thousands of routes are available to book with Deutsche Bahn. Some of the more popular of these routes include Wurzburg to Frankfurt, Munich, and Prague.

Erlangen

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Erlangen is a small city in the German state of Bavaria, located just north of Nuremberg. Most of Erlangen's residents are enrolled or employed at either the Friedrich-Alexander University or the Siemens company. Visitors to Erlangen often stay near the historic core, where quaint streets lead to some of the city's most impressive buildings. These include the 18th century Palais Stutterheim, historically Erlangen's town hall and now home to the museum Kunstpalais and the city's public library. Don't forget to visit one of the oldest churches in the city, the Huguenot Church, which boasts an impressive size and architecture, and reflects the influence of Huguenots in Erlangen's history.

Erlangen also offers plenty of scenic spots for outdoor activity or relaxation. The Schlossgarten quickly fills up with sunbathing students on sunny days, and the nearby Botanical Garden includes a unique attraction in its artificial stalactite cave.

The closest airport to Erlangen is in Nuremberg, but you can easily connect to Erlangen via Deutsche Bahn or commuter S-Bahn trains. Intercity trains from Munich to Berlin often stop in Erlangen, and connections from these hubs open up the entire country and continent for exploration. Plus, several intercity coach companies, including FlixBus, offer affordable ground travel from Erlangen to destinations throughout Germany.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Wurzburg?

Main departure station: Würzburg-Zell

There are two stations in Wurzburg where you can board the train to Erlangen.

All train stations in Wurzburg:

  • Würzburg-Zell

  • Train Station

Where is the train station in Erlangen?

Main arrival station: Eltersdorf

There are more train stations and stops in Erlangen than most cities. Most trains from Wurzburg will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Erlangen:

Train stations in Erlangen:

  • Eltersdorf

  • Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße

  • Erlangen-Bruck

  • Train Station

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