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Compare bus and train for Braunschweig to Erlangen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Braunschweig to Erlangen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a train costs an average of $119.
Distance: 185 miles (299 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$119 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 46m Average total duration 11h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Braunschweig to Erlangen:
A bus is $62 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Braunschweig to Erlangen costing on average $119 (€97).
Other travel options to Erlangen take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 16m.
Tickets start at around $119 (€97) compared to roughly $67 (€55) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-51.06 (€-41.79). The journey takes 4h 0m versus 3h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Braunschweig to Erlangen by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Braunschweig to Erlangen
Trains from Braunschweig to Erlangen run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $119 (€97) but you can travel from only $55 (€45) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 19:57. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (299 km) distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 185 miles (299 km) |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $119 (€97) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 5:57 AM |
Last train 7:57 PM |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Braunschweig to Erlangen trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Braunschweig and Erlangen from $55 (€45). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Braunschweig to Erlangen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Braunschweig to Erlangen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Erlangen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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