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Königswinter - Erlangen Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

221 trains operate daily from Königswinter to Erlangen. The train trip from Königswinter to Erlangen is usually about 5 hours and 21 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 18 minutes.

Distance186 mi (299 km)
Fastest train4h 18m
Lowest price$35.24
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Königswinter to Erlangen?

2 train services operate from Königswinter to Erlangen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 193 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn1935h 16m$117.82
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company275h 56m$96.66
  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Königswinter to Erlangen start from $47, and on average cost . Daily there are 27 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Erlangen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Königswinter leaves from Niederdollendorf and one other station. And in Erlangen trains arrive at Eltersdorf and 3 other train stations.

    From Königswinter to Erlangen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 56 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 4 hours and 18 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Königswinter and Erlangen is approximately 186 miles, or 299 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 21 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 18 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.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Königswinter to Erlangen on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Königswinter at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 221 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 Königswinter.

City Information

Erlangen

Erlangen - DERLN-0

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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 bus companies, including FlixBus, offer affordable ground travel from Erlangen to destinations throughout Germany.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Königswinter?

Main departure station: Train Station

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

All train stations in Königswinter:

  • Train Station

  • Niederdollendorf

Where is the train station in Erlangen?

Main arrival station: Train Station

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

All train stations in Erlangen:

  • Train Station

  • Erlangen-Bruck

  • Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße

  • Eltersdorf

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