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Trip Summary
You can pick from 84 daily train trips between Sankt Augustin and Erlangen. The average train journey from Sankt Augustin to Erlangen takes 4 hours and 43 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 3 hours and 50 minutes.
Distance | 188 mi (302 km) |
Fastest train | 3h 50m |
Lowest price | $40.83 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Sankt Augustin to Erlangen
- DB Intercity-Express tickets: $98 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: $41 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: $41 one-way
Which train should you take from Sankt Augustin to Erlangen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Sankt Augustin to Erlangen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 80 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 4h 25m | $98.37 |
Deutsche Bahn | 80 | 4h 39m | $78.83 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 8 | 7h 26m | $44.15 |
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 Sankt Augustin to Erlangen start from $41, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Erlangen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Sankt Augustin leaves from Menden(Rheinl) . And in Erlangen trains arrive at Eltersdorf and 3 other train stations.
From Sankt Augustin to Erlangen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 26 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 3 hours and 50 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Sankt Augustin and Erlangen is approximately 188 miles, or 302 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 43 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 50 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 from Sankt Augustin to Erlangen are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Sankt Augustin at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 84 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 Sankt Augustin.
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 Sankt Augustin?
Main departure station: Menden(Rheinl)
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Sankt Augustin where you can board the train.
All train stations in Sankt Augustin:
Menden(Rheinl)
Hangelar West
St Augustin-Mülldorf
St Augustin Markt
Hangelar Ost
Hangelar Mitte
Where is the train station in Erlangen?
Main arrival station: Erlangen-Bruck
There are more train stations and stops in Erlangen than most cities. Most trains from Sankt Augustin will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Erlangen:
All train stations in Erlangen:
Erlangen-Bruck
Train Station
Eltersdorf
Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße
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