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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Bahnhofstraße, 11 | Cheapest | |||||
 | Essen Central Train Station | Nuremberg Central Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Bahnhofstraße, 11 | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Nuremberg Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Essen Central Train Station | Nuremberg Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Nuremberg
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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Nuremberg?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Nuremberg
- ABahnhofstraße, 11, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany
- B
Nürnberg Nordostbf.
Nürnberg Nordost, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany - C
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz, 90489 Nürnberg, Germany - D
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf, 90453 Nürnberg, Germany - E
Nürnberg Ziegelstein
Nürnberg Ziegelstein, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany - F
Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.
Rothenburger Str., 90439 Nürnberg, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Nuremberg by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Nuremberg cost?
The average train ticket price from Essen to Nuremberg is £109. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Nuremberg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Essen to Nuremberg?
A train trip between Essen and Nuremberg is around 5h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 2m. This is the time it takes to travel the 226 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Essen and Nuremberg?
The number of trains from Essen to Nuremberg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Nuremberg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Essen to Nuremberg?
When taking the train from Essen to Nuremberg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Nuremberg?
Trains travelling between Essen and Nuremberg leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Bahnhofstraße, 11, Nürnberg Nordostbf., Nürnberg Rathenauplatz.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Nuremberg was searched and found on 23 Nov 2025 with a price of £126To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Nuremberg as early as possible.
