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Trip Summary
12 trains operate daily from Linköping to Erlangen. The train trip from Linköping to Erlangen is usually about 18 hours and 29 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as 15 hours and 48 minutes.
| Distance | 637 mi (1025 km) |
| Fastest train | 15h 48m |
| Lowest price | £79.97 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Linköping to Erlangen?
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the one and only train line which connects Linköping to Erlangen. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 12 | 18h 29m | £159.37 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Linköping to Erlangen start from £80, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Erlangen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Linköping leaves from Linköping Central . And in Erlangen trains arrive at Eltersdorf and one other train station.
From Linköping to Erlangen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 18 hours and 29 minutes. If you are looking to get to Erlangen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 15 hours and 48 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Linköping and Erlangen is approximately 637 miles, or 1025 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 18 hours and 29 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 15 hours and 48 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.
Trains departing from Linköping 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 Linköping at 11:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. 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 12 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 Linköping.
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 Linköping?
Main departure station: Linköping Central
There is one train station in Linköping.
All train stations in Linköping:
Linköping Central
Where is the train station in Erlangen?
Main arrival station: Eltersdorf
Erlangen receives travelers from Linköping at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Erlangen:
Eltersdorf
Erlangen-Bruck
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