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What is the best way to travel from Zurich to Erlangen?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights, Trains and Buses to Erlangen from Zurich. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
7h 40m
£23
£29
6
Train
6h 43m
£43
£57
40
Flight
5h 45m
£91
£165
34

What is the cheapest way to reach Erlangen from Zurich?

You can reach Erlangen with just £23 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £36
Friday
from £49
Saturday
from £27
Sunday
from £28
Monday
from £24
Tuesday
from £23
Wednesday
from £43

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    15h 30m
    0
    17:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    08:55
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36
  • FlixBus
    19h 25m
    0
    21:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    16:50
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    12h 27m
    0
    18:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    07:26
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 37m
    0
    14:40
    Zurich
    Central Station
    22:17
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £61
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 37m
    0
    12:40
    Zurich
    Central Station
    20:17
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    14h 20m
    0
    19:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:45
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from £155
  • Condor
    6h 30m
    0
    11:20
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    17:50
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from £199
  • Vueling Airlines
    5h 45m
    0
    10:15
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    16:00
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £199
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 5m
    0
    09:55
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    16:00
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £204

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    7h 40m
    0
    16:00
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    23:40
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    20:35
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    06:15
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    19:50
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    06:00
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    20:35
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    06:15
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    11:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    23:40
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    7h 40m
    0
    16:00
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    23:40
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    15h 30m
    0
    17:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    08:55
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    12h 45m
    0
    20:40
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:25
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £114
  • AirBaltic
    23h 25m
    0
    20:40
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    20:05
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from £126
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    16h 10m
    0
    17:35
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:45
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from £137
  • KLM Cityhopper
    8h 15m
    0
    14:20
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    22:35
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £226

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    19:50
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    06:00
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    12h 5m
    0
    01:50
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    13:55
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    13h 5m
    0
    06:50
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    19:55
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    20:35
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    06:15
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Vueling Airlines
    17h 40m
    0
    18:45
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:25
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £91
  • Pegasus Airlines
    11h 0m
    0
    16:00
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    03:00
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £104
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    18h 15m
    0
    19:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    13:40
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from £130
  • Air France
    14h 30m
    0
    07:45
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    22:15
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    Air France
    Economy
    from £131

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    12h 10m
    0
    01:45
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    13:55
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    15:15
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    23:40
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    11:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    23:40
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 37m
    0
    14:40
    Zurich
    Central Station
    22:17
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £52
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 43m
    0
    15:34
    Zurich
    Central Station
    22:17
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £61
  • Deutsche Bahn
    12h 50m
    0
    18:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    07:49
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £61
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 56m
    0
    09:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    16:55
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £68

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    12h 50m
    0
    18:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    07:49
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £43
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 37m
    0
    14:40
    Zurich
    Central Station
    22:17
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £52
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 37m
    0
    06:40
    Zurich
    Central Station
    14:17
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £61

What are the fastest trips from Zurich to Erlangen?

You can get to Erlangen from Zurich in just 5h 45m with a Flight from Vueling Airlines. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 15h 30m
Friday
from 5h 45m
Saturday
from 7h 40m
Sunday
from 6h 0m
Monday
from 6h 15m
Tuesday
from 6h 43m
Wednesday
from 7h 37m

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    15h 30m
    0
    17:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    08:55
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36
  • FlixBus
    19h 25m
    0
    21:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    16:50
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Vueling Airlines
    5h 45m
    0
    10:15
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    16:00
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £199
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 5m
    0
    09:55
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    16:00
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £204
  • Condor
    6h 30m
    0
    11:20
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    17:50
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from £199
  • Lufthansa
    6h 30m
    0
    11:20
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    17:50
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from £262
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 37m
    0
    14:40
    Zurich
    Central Station
    22:17
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £61
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 37m
    0
    12:40
    Zurich
    Central Station
    20:17
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    12h 27m
    0
    18:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    07:26
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    7h 40m
    0
    16:00
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    23:40
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    20:35
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    06:15
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    19:50
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    06:00
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Lufthansa
    6h 0m
    0
    08:15
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    14:15
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from £262
  • KLM Cityhopper
    8h 15m
    0
    14:20
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    22:35
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £226
  • EasyJet Airline
    12h 45m
    0
    20:40
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:25
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £114
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    16h 10m
    0
    17:35
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:45
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from £137
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    7h 40m
    0
    16:00
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    23:40
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    20:35
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    06:15
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    19:50
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    06:00
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    11:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    23:40
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • AirBaltic
    6h 15m
    0
    15:40
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    21:55
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from £135
  • Pegasus Airlines
    11h 0m
    0
    16:00
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    03:00
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £104
  • Air France
    14h 30m
    0
    07:45
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    22:15
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    Air France
    Economy
    from £131
  • Vueling Airlines
    17h 40m
    0
    18:45
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:25
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £91
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    20:35
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    06:15
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    19:50
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    06:00
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    12h 5m
    0
    01:50
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    13:55
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    13h 5m
    0
    06:50
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    19:55
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 43m
    0
    15:34
    Zurich
    Central Station
    22:17
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £61
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 56m
    0
    09:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    16:55
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £68
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 37m
    0
    14:40
    Zurich
    Central Station
    22:17
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £52
  • Deutsche Bahn
    12h 50m
    0
    18:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    07:49
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £61
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    15:15
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    23:40
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    12h 10m
    0
    01:45
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    13:55
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    11:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    23:40
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 37m
    0
    14:40
    Zurich
    Central Station
    22:17
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £52
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 37m
    0
    06:40
    Zurich
    Central Station
    14:17
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £61
  • Deutsche Bahn
    12h 50m
    0
    18:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    07:49
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £43
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Zurich to Erlangen

What are the most popular stations in Zurich and Erlangen?

In Zurich, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station Sihlquai or Altstetten, while in Erlangen you will be arriving at Central Station, Paul-Gossen-Straße Train Station or Bubenreuth Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Erlangen from Zurich? With 6 connections between 2 Train, Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Zurich and Erlangen, you can pay as low as £23 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Vueling Airlines: you will get to Erlangen in just 5h 45m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Zurich and Erlangen are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Zurich and Erlangen is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Zollikon or to Langensendelbach, and look at flights from Zurich Airport, and landing at Nuremberg Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Zurich to Erlangen?

The most popular companies between Zurich and Erlangen, are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines, Vueling Airlines, EasyJet Airline and 6 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Zurich to Erlangen

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Zurich to Erlangen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Zurich to Erlangen

How can I reach Erlangen from Zurich?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Train, Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Erlangen from Zurich.

How far is Erlangen from Zurich?

The distance between Zurich and Erlangen is 306.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Zurich and Erlangen?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 11 kgs, a car 52 kgs, and a flight 75 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Zurich to Erlangen?

You can get to Erlangen with just £23 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Erlangen?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Erlangen in just 5h 45m with a Flight from Vueling Airlines.

More routes to Zurich and to Erlangen

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Zurich and to Erlangen. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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