How to travel from Erlangen to Würzburg

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Compare bus and train for Erlangen to Würzburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erlangen to Würzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €34.

Distance: 49 miles (79 km)

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€34

Average price

€8

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Cheapest

€14

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1h 44m

Average total duration

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1h 14m

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1h 48m

Average total duration

1h 18m

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1h 6m

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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 Würzburg is a bus with an average price of €9.

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

A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erlangen to Würzburg costing on average €26.

The fastest way to travel from Erlangen to Würzburg is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 44m.

Other travel options to Würzburg take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Erlangen and Würzburg including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Erlangen to Würzburg among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €26 compared to roughly €14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-12.74. The journey takes 1h 17m versus 1h 6m 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.

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from Erlangen to Würzburg

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:45 PM1h20
    Erlangen, Busbahnhof
    3:05 PMWürzburg, Hbf
    81One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:45 PM1h20
    Erlangen, Busbahnhof
    3:05 PMWürzburg, Hbf
    81One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:20 AM1h10
    Erlangen, Busbahnhof
    7:30 AMWürzburg, Hbf
    81One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn4981 · ICE 684
    8:03 AM1h22
    Erlangen station
    9:25 AMWürzburg Hbf
    231One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn4905 · ICE 726
    8:29 AM1h23
    Erlangen station
    9:52 AMWürzburg Hbf
    241One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn4967 · ICE 882
    9:03 AM1h17
    Erlangen station
    10:20 AMWürzburg Hbf
    301One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:00 AM1h25
    Erlangen, Busbahnhof
    12:25 PMWürzburg, Hbf
    81One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:45 PM1h15
    Erlangen, Busbahnhof
    1:00 AMWürzburg, Hbf
    81One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Erlangen to Würzburg

Travel to Würzburg 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 Würzburg.

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There are 2 options to travel between Erlangen and Würzburg including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Erlangen to Würzburg is a bus with an average price of €8.

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

A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erlangen to Würzburg costing on average €34.

The fastest way to travel from Erlangen to Würzburg is by train with an average journey time of 1h 44m.

Other travel options to Würzburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 48m.

The distance from Erlangen to Würzburg is approximately 49 miles (79 km).
The average frequency per day from Erlangen to Würzburg is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Erlangen to Würzburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Erlangen station and arrive in Würzburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Erlangen, Busbahnhof and arrive in Würzburg, Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Erlangen to Würzburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Würzburg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Würzburg by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Erlangen to Würzburg:
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Erlangen to Würzburg often also extend their vacation to go to Frankfurt am Main, Munich, Nuremberg, Paris, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Würzburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Würzburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days in Würzburg is ideal to explore the city's historic landmarks, including the Würzburg Residence, Marienberg Fortress, and the Old Main Bridge, while also enjoying the local wine culture and vibrant atmosphere.

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