How to travel from Erlangen to Innsbruck

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Erlangen to Innsbruck

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erlangen to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, while a flight costs an average of $773.

Distance: 162 miles (261 km)

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$72

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$42

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$773

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$82

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4h 7m

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3h 37m

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6h 32m

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5h 8m

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3h 8m

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3h 53m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Erlangen to Innsbruck is a bus with an average price of $42.

This is compared to other travel options from Erlangen to Innsbruck:

A bus is $30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erlangen to Innsbruck costing on average $72.

A bus is $731 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Erlangen to Innsbruck costing on average $773.

The fastest way to travel from Erlangen to Innsbruck is by train with an average journey time of 4h 7m.

Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 8m.

Bus takes on average 6h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Erlangen and Innsbruck including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Erlangen to Innsbruck among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 16m faster (3h 37m by train vs 3h 53m by car) and roughly $10 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($72 vs $82). 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.

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from Erlangen to Innsbruck

How to get from Erlangen to Innsbruck by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Erlangen to Innsbruck is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    5:05 AM8h15
    Erlangen
    1:20 PMInnsbruck
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    5:05 AM8h15
    Erlangen
    1:20 PMInnsbruck
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    4:05 AM6h15
    Erlangen
    10:20 AMInnsbruck
    $661One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Erlangen to Innsbruck

Travel to Innsbruck easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Erlangen to Innsbruck.

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There are 3 options to travel between Erlangen and Innsbruck including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Erlangen to Innsbruck is a bus with an average price of $42.

This is compared to other travel options from Erlangen to Innsbruck:

A bus is $30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erlangen to Innsbruck costing on average $72.

A bus is $731 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Erlangen to Innsbruck costing on average $773.

The fastest way to travel from Erlangen to Innsbruck is by train with an average journey time of 4h 7m.

Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 8m.

Bus takes on average 6h 32m.

The distance from Erlangen to Innsbruck is approximately 162 miles (261 km).
The average frequency per day from Erlangen to Innsbruck is:
  • Around 25 trains per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Erlangen and Innsbruck as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Erlangen to Innsbruck:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport and arrive in Innsbruck Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Erlangen station and arrive in Innsbruck Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Erlangen, Busbahnhof and arrive in Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Erlangen to Innsbruck, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Innsbruck by bus.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines to go to Innsbruck by flight.
  • Travel with ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, Deutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB to go to Innsbruck by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Erlangen to Innsbruck:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Erlangen to Innsbruck often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Munich, Salzburg, Zurich, Venice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Innsbruck and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Innsbruck to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Innsbruck, you can visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds, an interactive museum and garden with crystal art installations, or the Innsbruck Alpine Zoo, one of Europe's highest zoos with alpine animals. Explore the vibrant Maria-Theresien-Strasse for shops, cafes, and historic sites. Take a guided tour of the Tyrolean State Museum to learn about regional history and culture. Enjoy a walk along the Inn River for scenic views. For must-see sights, visit the Golden Roof, the Nordkette Cable Car, Ambras Castle, Bergisel Ski Jump, and the Hofkirche.
To fully experience Innsbruck, including its historic sites, alpine attractions, and cultural offerings, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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