How far is it from Erlangen to Gera?

The distance between Erlangen and Gera is 213 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Erlangen to Gera?

The drive from Erlangen to Gera takes approximately 2 h 15 min by car.

The fastest route from Erlangen to Gera covers 213 km with a driving time of approximately 2 h 15 min.

Gera lies roughly to the north-east of Erlangen.

The drive from Erlangen to Gera mainly follows A 73, A 70, A 9. The longest single stretch is 91 km on A 9.

Towns on the route from Erlangen to Gera include Bamberg, Bad Staffelstein, Bayreuth, Traun.

Along the route from Erlangen to Gera you can fill up at Esso (24/7), Eni (24/7), Shell (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Distance: 213 kmDrive time: 2 h 15 min

Driving from Erlangen to Gera takes about 2 h 15 min via A 9. The distance is 213 km. The straight-line distance is 162 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Erlangen, Bad Staffelstein, Bayreuth, Traun, Gera. Driving directions

Driving directions23 · 213 km

The return trip from Gera to Erlangen covers roughly the same distance, 213 km.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 7 September 2026.

How far is it from Erlangen to Gera?: The distance between Erlangen and Gera is 213 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Erlangen to Gera?: The drive from Erlangen to Gera takes approximately 2 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Erlangen to Gera?: The fastest route from Erlangen to Gera covers 213 km with a driving time of approximately 2 h 15 min.
Which direction is Gera from Erlangen?: Gera lies roughly to the north-east of Erlangen.
Which roads does the route from Erlangen to Gera follow?: The drive from Erlangen to Gera mainly follows A 73, A 70, A 9. The longest single stretch is 91 km on A 9.
Which towns do you pass between Erlangen and Gera?: Towns on the route from Erlangen to Gera include Bamberg, Bad Staffelstein, Bayreuth, Traun.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Erlangen and Gera?: Along the route from Erlangen to Gera you can fill up at Esso (24/7), Eni (24/7), Shell (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.