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Trip Summary
You can pick from 17 daily train trips between Osterholz-Scharmbeck and Erlangen. The average train journey from Osterholz-Scharmbeck to Erlangen takes 6 hours, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 5 hours and 7 minutes.
| Distance | 269 mi (433 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 0m |
| Lowest price | £30.57 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Osterholz-Scharmbeck to Erlangen?
Deutsche Bahn is the one and only train line which connects Osterholz-Scharmbeck to Erlangen. However, there are 17 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 17 | 5h 57m | £75.97 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Osterholz-Scharmbeck and Erlangen is approximately 269 miles, or 433 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 7 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Osterholz-Scharmbeck to Erlangen. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Osterholz-Scharmbeck at 04:00 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 17 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 Osterholz-Scharmbeck.
City Information
Erlangen
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 Osterholz-Scharmbeck?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Osterholz-Scharmbeck.
All train stations in Osterholz-Scharmbeck:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Erlangen?
Main arrival station: Eltersdorf
Erlangen has one train station.
Train stations in Erlangen:
Eltersdorf
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