- Must visit
Louvre Museum
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Cheapest price on Aug 30
€89
Average ticket price on Aug 30
€137
Fastest journey on Aug 30
7 h 6 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
7 h 21 m
Trains on Aug 30
8
Distance
633 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Erlangen to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Erlangen to Paris will cost around €137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €89.
It's difficult to get from Erlangen to Paris without transferring at least 2 times.
4973 · IC 2068+
TGV 9570
4919 · ICE 622 · ICE 377 · ICE 9550
4971 · IC 2160+
TGV 9560
ICE 507 · ICE 626 · ICE 375+
TGV 9560
S1 · ICE 820 · ICE 103+
TGV 9574
ICE 507 · ICE 626 · ICE 375+
TGV 9560
4973 · IC 2068+
TGV 9570
4903 · ICE 728 · ICE 279 · ICE 9590
4919 · ICE 622 · ICE 377 · ICE 9550
4971 · IC 2160+
TGV 9560Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erlangen to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €55 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €55, while a flight costs an average of €143.
Distance: 393 miles (633 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€113 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest | €143 Average price | €160 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 57m Average total duration 12h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Erlangen to Paris:
A bus is €58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erlangen to Paris costing on average €113.
A bus is €88 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Erlangen to Paris costing on average €143.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 11m.
Bus takes on average 12h 27m.
The journey is about 1h 43m faster (6h 11m by train vs 7h 54m by car) and roughly €48 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€113 vs €160). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Erlangen to Paris trains for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 507 · ICE 626 · ICE 375+ TGV 9560 | Delayed 12:31 PM 1:36 PMErlangen station | 7h06 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
4973 · IC 2068+ TGV 9570 | On time 3:03 PM Erlangen station | 7h10 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
4919 · ICE 622 · ICE 75+ TGV 9570 | 3:29 PM Erlangen station | 6h44 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
S1 · ICE 820 · ICE 103+ TGV 9574 | On time 6:10 AM Erlangen station | 7h56 | 2:06 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
4943 · IC 2166 · ICE 9590 | On time 7:03 AM Erlangen station | 7h48 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
4903 · ICE 728 · ICE 279 · ICE 9590 | On time 7:29 AM Erlangen station | 7h22 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
4971 · IC 2160+ TGV 9560 | On time 1:02 PM Erlangen station | 7h40 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Erlangen to Paris run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €65 but you can travel from only €38 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 393 miles (633 km) distance in 6h 56m.
Distance 393 miles (633 km) |
Average train duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €65 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 56m |
First train 4:43 AM |
Last train 11:03 PM |
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Discover the best of Paris — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris trip today.
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, and more in a magnificent former railway station on the Seine.
Rich collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works in the restored Orangerie, including Monet's immersive Water Lilies.
Grand avenue linking Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe, famous for ceremonial views, shops, and city energy.
Historic hilltop district of artists, stairways, village lanes, and major viewpoints, offering a distinctive Paris atmosphere.
Seine island at the city's historic heart, ideal for walking between Notre-Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, and old Paris streets.
Classic Parisian ham and cheese sandwich baked or grilled with béchamel. A staple of French brasseries and cafés.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red Burgundy wine with onions, mushrooms, and bacon. A beloved traditional French comfort dish.
Snails baked with garlic, parsley, and butter. A historic French delicacy strongly associated with classic Paris dining.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Alain Ducasse at Plaza Athénée, known for haute cuisine and luxurious contemporary presentation.
Historic Left Bank café serving classic French dishes in an elegant Art Nouveau setting popular with locals and visitors.
Elegant seafood institution near Gare Montparnasse, celebrated for oysters, shellfish platters, and polished brasserie service.
Paris is pricier than many European cities, with higher hotel, dining, and attraction costs, though transit is good value.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis are often rounded up; cafés may get small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erlangen to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Erlangen to Paris trains use the Erlangen to Paris Gare de l'Est station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare du Nord. Use this guide to compare Erlangen and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Erlangen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Basilikum, Ilias, Ristorante Carpaccio, Goldene Sonne
Wi-Fi is available at Erlangen. ATMs are available at Erlangen.
Ticket office support is available at Erlangen. Information desks are available at Erlangen.
Luggage storage is available at Erlangen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erlangen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erlangen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erlangen.
Nearby hotels include NH Hotel, A. B. Hotel, Zeitwohnhaus, Hotel Villa Soy.
Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße is 1 km from Erlangen city centre. Public transport options include:
Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bistro bareva, Zum Angerwirt, Turandot, Hoang Kim Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße. ATMs are available at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße.
Ticket office support is available at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße. Information desks are available at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße.
Luggage storage is available at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße.
Nearby hotels include Art Hotel, The niu Cure.
Erlangen-Bruck is 2 km from Erlangen city centre. Public transport options include:
Erlangen-Bruck has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Kaffee- und Snackbar Oase, Gaststätte TV 1861 Bruck, Der Beck, Hoang Kim Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Erlangen-Bruck. ATMs are available at Erlangen-Bruck.
Ticket office support is available at Erlangen-Bruck. Information desks are available at Erlangen-Bruck.
Luggage storage is available at Erlangen-Bruck. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erlangen-Bruck: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erlangen-Bruck: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erlangen-Bruck.
Nearby hotels include Weißes Lamm, Hotel Smart-Inn, The niu Cure.
Paris Gare de l'Est is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de l'Est has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est, La Consigne, Starbucks, Factory & Co, La Place, McDonald's, Mon Chou, Go Johnny Go, Maison Pradier, PAUL, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30, Sat: 09:00 - 20:00, Sun: 09:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located between Tracks 15 and 18.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de l'Est: The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4. .
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Hôtel LOCOMO, Hôtel Parisianer.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
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