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Trip Summary
27 trains operate daily from Kulmbach to Erlangen. The train trip from Kulmbach to Erlangen is usually about 2 hours and 12 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as one hour and 11 minutes.
| Distance | 40 mi (65 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 11m |
| Lowest price | €19.85 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Kulmbach to Erlangen?
Deutsche Bahn is the one and only train line which connects Kulmbach to Erlangen. However, there are 27 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 27 | 2h 12m | €25.65 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Kulmbach to Erlangen tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. 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 Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Kulmbach at 00:00 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 27 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 Kulmbach.
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 Kulmbach?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Kulmbach.
All train stations in Kulmbach:
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 Kulmbach 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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