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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Terminál 2 | Bahnhofstraße, 11 | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Bahnhofstraße, 11 | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Cologne/Bonn Airport | Bahnhofstraße, 11 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Bahnhofstraße, 11 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Bahnhofstraße, 11 | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Nuremberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Nuremberg. The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Nuremberg?
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Nuremberg
- A
Bahnhofstraße, 11
Bahnhofstraße, 11, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany - B
Bahnhofstraße, 87
Bahnhofstraße 87, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany - C
Schlachthofstraße 11
Schlachthofstraße 11, 90439 Nürnberg, Germany - D
Breslauer Str. 304
Breslauer Str. 304, 90471 Nürnberg, Germany - E
Frankenschnellweg
Frankenschnellweg, 90439 Nürnberg, Germany - F
Nürnberg Rennweg
Rennweg, 90489 Nürnberg, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Nuremberg by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Nuremberg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Nuremberg start from $38. The average price for this route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Nuremberg?
The average bus travel time from Cologne to Nuremberg is 6h 5m, covering a distance of 328 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Nuremberg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, BlaBlaCar Bus, Musil Tour.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Nuremberg?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Nuremberg at 2:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Nuremberg?
A bus trip from Cologne to Nuremberg generates an estimated 8.1907 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What 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 1078 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Nuremberg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Nuremberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
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 RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Nuremberg was searched and found on Jun 10, 2026 with a price of $32To 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 $32 to $167 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 $32 which is on 2026-06-10.
