Train from Essen to Nuremberg: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Essen to Nuremberg on February 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
HBF
Bahnhofstraße, 11Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE
Essen Central Train Station
Nuremberg Central Train StationFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
HBF
Bahnhofstraße, 11No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE
Essen Central Train Station
Nuremberg Central Train StationNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
HBF
Bahnhofstraße, 11No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Nuremberg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Nuremberg. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day
4h 50mAverage Duration
364 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$39 - $73Average Duration7h 30m
9kg CO₂e
Average Price$33 - $231Average Duration4h 30m
9kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$36 - $75Average Duration4h 50m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Nuremberg by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Essen to Nuremberg?

    The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Nuremberg start at $33. The average price for this train route is around $96. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Essen to Nuremberg?

    The average train trip from Essen to Nuremberg takes 4h 30m and covers 365 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 4m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Essen to Nuremberg route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Nuremberg?

    The earliest train from Essen to Nuremberg departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 8:00pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Essen to Nuremberg?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12162 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Nuremberg?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  7. Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Essen to Nuremberg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Nuremberg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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