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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Nuremberg
    Departure location: Nuremberg Central Train Station
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Nuremberg
    Departure location: Nuremberg Central Train Station
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Nuremberg
    Departure location: Nuremberg Central Train Station
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Nuremberg
    Departure location: Nuremberg Central Train Station
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Nuremberg
    Departure location: Nuremberg Central Train Station
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Nuremberg to Cologne.

Bus
Average Price$13 - $134Average Duration6h 5m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average Price$23 - $285Average Duration3h 29m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average Price$18 - $60Average Duration4h 20m
14kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Nuremberg to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day
4h 20mAverage Duration
$18Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Train Nuremberg to Cologne: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$127
Average train trip duration3h 29m
Number of daily trains14
Earliest train departure6:00am
Distance209 miles (337 km)
Latest train departure10:01pm

Nuremberg to Cologne Train

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

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$23
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Nuremberg to Cologne was searched and found on May 12, 2025 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $193 for a train ticket from Nuremberg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $115 which is on 2025-05-15.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Nuremberg to Cologne is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Cologne you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Nuremberg and Cologne compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Nuremberg to Cologne, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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Train from Cologne to Nuremberg

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