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Trip Summary
You can pick from 7 daily train trips between Plauen and Erlangen. The average train journey from Plauen to Erlangen takes 3 hours and 9 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 2 hours and 52 minutes.
Distance | 80 mi (129 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 52m |
Lowest price | $34.02 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Plauen to Erlangen?
2 train services operate from Plauen to Erlangen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 4 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 4 | 3h 5m | $46.59 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 7 | 3h 27m | $49.83 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Plauen to Erlangen start from $34, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Erlangen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Plauen leaves from Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf and one other station. And in Erlangen trains arrive at Train Station and 3 other train stations.
From Plauen to Erlangen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 27 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 2 hours and 52 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 16 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Erlangen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Plauen to Erlangen. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Plauen at 4:00am 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 7 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 Plauen.
City Information
Plauen
Plauen is a city in the state of Saxony, near Germany's border with Czechia. Plauen's history is closely woven to its lace and embroidery industry, so your first stop should be the Embroidery Machine Museum. Here, you'll learn about textile and fashion history, plus discover turn-of-the-century manufacturing and machinery. If you can't get enough, Plauen has no shortage of museums and attractions related to the embroidery industry; Plauener Spitzenmuseum, Weberhäuser, and Weisbachsches Haus are some of the more popular choices.
Plauen has a small and easy-to-navigate downtown area, with a good mix of fast food, international dining, and classic German eateries to fit whatever you're seeking. Leave plenty of time to wander through the city's streets and marvel at the different architecture styles of churches, museums, government buildings, and more.
You can travel to Plauen on FlixBus or several Deutsche Bahn train lines. These connections also mean Plauen could be a stop along the way to larger cities like Dresden or Prague since tickets to these cities are very affordable.
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 Plauen?
Main departure station: Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf
There are two stations in Plauen where you can board the train to Erlangen.
All train stations in Plauen:
Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf
Reichenbacher Str. 34
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 Plauen will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Erlangen:
All train stations in Erlangen:
Eltersdorf
Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße
Train Station
Erlangen-Bruck
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