The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to Erlangen
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
4 h 39 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
422 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Erlangen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Erlangen will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $43.
Of the 5 trains that leave Vienna for Erlangen every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 422 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Vienna to Erlangen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Erlangen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $163.
Distance: 422 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$116 Average Price | $44 Average Price Cheapest | $272 Average Price |
5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Vienna to Erlangen train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:13 am Vienna | 5h00 | 1:13 pm Erlangen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:13 am Vienna | 4h39 | 1:52 pm Erlangen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:13 am Vienna | 4h40 | 3:53 pm Erlangen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:13 pm Vienna | 4h39 | 5:52 pm Erlangen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:13 pm Vienna | 5h12 | 10:25 pm Erlangen | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna to Erlangen
Distance 422 km |
Average train duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, Sylt Shuttle Plus, ÖBB, agilis from Vienna to Erlangen trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, Sylt Shuttle Plus, ÖBB, agilis trains will get you between Vienna and Erlangen from $27. 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 | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
Sylt Shuttle Plus
ÖBB
agilis
FAQs: Vienna to Erlangen train

Passengers board the train most frequently from Vienna Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Erlangen station, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vienna and Erlangen
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
- Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
- Zugvogel
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
- Moxy Vienna Airport
- LifeHotel Vienna Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Green Motion
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: CAT connections
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access is available via Keißlergasse.
- Restaurant Hütteldorfer
- Gasthaus Maria Brunn
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Hotel An der Wien
- Hotel Kreiner
- Hotel Hadrigan
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: U4
- S-Bahn: S45, S50
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Eichenstraße.
- Restaurant Meidlinger Markt
- Gasthaus Tirolergarten
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Rainers
- Austria Trend Hotel Bosei
- Hotel Fabrik
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Austria, Germany, and Hungary
- Hall 2: S-Bahn and metro connections
- Metro: Line U6
- Tram: Line 62
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S60
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 08:15 - 15:00
- Sunday: 09:15 - 15:00
- Basilikum
- Ilias
- Ristorante Carpaccio
- Goldene Sonne
- NH Hotel
- A. B. Hotel
- Zeitwohnhaus
- Hotel Villa Soy
- Kaffee- und Snackbar Oase
- Gaststätte TV 1861 Bruck
- Der Beck
- Hoang Kim Imbiss
- Weißes Lamm
- Hotel Smart-Inn
- The niu Cure
- Bistro bareva
- Zum Angerwirt
- Turandot
- Hoang Kim Imbiss
- Art Hotel
- The niu Cure
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