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Compare train and bus for Freising to Erlangen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freising to Erlangen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 89 miles (144 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$72 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Freising to Erlangen:
A bus is $49 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freising to Erlangen costing on average $72 (€59).
Other travel options to Erlangen take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 30m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (1h 56m by train vs 2h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $72 (€59) compared to roughly $30 (€24) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Why should you book Freising to Erlangen trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Die Länderbahn or Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to find the best option for your trip from Freising to Erlangen.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Freising to Erlangen.
Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Freising to Erlangen.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Freising to Erlangen
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Trains from Freising to Erlangen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€31) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:03, the last at 09:38. The fastest train covers the 89 miles (144 km) distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 89 miles (144 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€31) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 8:03 AM |
Last train 9:38 AM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Die Länderbahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Freising to Erlangen trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Die Länderbahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Freising and Erlangen from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Die Länderbahn
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Freising to Erlangen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Freising 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Freising to Erlangen
Most Freising to Erlangen trains use the Freising to Erlangen station pair. Use this guide to compare Freising and Erlangen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Freising station do trains to Erlangen leave from?
Getting to Freising from Freising city centre
Freising train station facilities and services
Freising 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 and drink
Food options include: Parkcafe, Weissbräu Huber, Q-Bar, Dolomiti
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Freising. ATMs are available at Freising.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Freising. Information desks are available at Freising.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Freising. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Freising: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Freising: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Freising.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Isarhotel, Mercure Hotel München Freising Airport, Hotel Corbin.
Which Erlangen station do trains from Freising arrive at?
Getting to Erlangen from Erlangen city centre
Erlangen 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 and drink
Food options include: Basilikum, Ilias, Ristorante Carpaccio, Goldene Sonne
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Erlangen. ATMs are available at Erlangen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Erlangen. Information desks are available at Erlangen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Erlangen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Erlangen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Erlangen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Erlangen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Hotel, A. B. Hotel, Zeitwohnhaus, Hotel Villa Soy.
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