Bus from Cologne to Nuremberg: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cologne to Nuremberg on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RegioJetBus
Terminál 2
Bahnhofstraße, 11Cheapest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Bahnhofstraße, 11Fastest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Bahnhofstraße, 11No tags
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Bahnhofstraße, 11No tags
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Bahnhofstraße, 11No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 18:28 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne 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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day
4h 20mAverage duration
209 milesDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£20 - £63Average duration6h 5m
8kg CO₂e
Average price£16 - £215Average duration3h 29m
8kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£16 - £36Average duration4h 20m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Nuremberg

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Nuremberg?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Nuremberg start from £20. The average price for this route is around £28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Nuremberg?

    The average bus journey time from Cologne to Nuremberg is 6h 5m, covering a distance of 201 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Nuremberg route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, Musil Tour, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Nuremberg?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Nuremberg at 02:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Nuremberg?

    A bus journey from Cologne to Nuremberg produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Cologne to Nuremberg?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1057 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Nuremberg?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Nuremberg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Infobus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Nuremberg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
28/11
£18
29/11
£18
Today
£18
01/12
£18
02/12
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03/12
£18
04/12
£18
05/12
£18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Nuremberg was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Nuremberg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £18 to £53 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Nuremberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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