Lowest Prices
We partner with the top coach & train carriers to bring you the best deals.
Best Travel Options
We help you find & compare the best buses & trains in one place.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Trip Summary
145 trains operate daily from Erlangen to Lucerne. The train trip from Erlangen to Lucerne is usually about 8 hours and 6 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 6 hours and 46 minutes.
| Distance | 215 mi (346 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 46m |
| Lowest price | €32.40 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Erlangen to Lucerne?
There are 3 train lines with service from Erlangen to Lucerne. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 126 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 7h 32m | €146.98 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 126 | 8h 4m | €85.83 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 18 | 8h 24m | €56.14 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Erlangen to Lucerne start from €43, and on average cost . Daily there are 18 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Lucerne. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Erlangen leaves from Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße and 3 other stations. And in Lucerne trains arrive at Luzern .
From Erlangen to Lucerne train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 8 hours and 24 minutes. If you are looking to get to Lucerne faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 46 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Erlangen and Lucerne is approximately 215 miles, or 346 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 6 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 46 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 Erlangen to Lucerne tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Erlangen 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 145 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 Lucerne to Erlangen.
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 bus companies, including FlixBus, offer affordable ground travel from Erlangen to destinations throughout Germany.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Erlangen?
Main departure station: Erlangen-Bruck
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Erlangen where you can board the train.
All train stations in Erlangen:
Erlangen-Bruck
Train Station
Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße
Eltersdorf
Where is the train station in Lucerne?
Main arrival station: Luzern
Lucerne has one train station.
Train stations in Lucerne:
Luzern
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Lucerne to Erlangen?
Search Train Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.
Book coaches and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more