Train from Essen to Nuremberg: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Essen to Nuremberg on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Essen Central Train Station
Nuremberg Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Nuremberg Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Nuremberg Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Nuremberg Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Nuremberg Central Train StationNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day
4h 50mAverage duration
226 milesDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£24 - £66Average duration8h
9kg CO₂e
Average price£28 - £225Average duration5h 3m
9kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£18 - £43Average duration4h 50m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Nuremberg by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Essen to Nuremberg?

    The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Nuremberg start from £28. The average price for this train route is around £116. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Essen to Nuremberg is 5h 3m, covering a distance of 226 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 2m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 10 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 06:13. And the latest train departs at 20:22.

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

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

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

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service 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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