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Today6 May
from US$77
Tomorrow7 May
Thu8 May
Fri9 May
Sat10 May
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Tue13 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 6 May at
    Departure city: Nuremberg
    Departure location: Nuremberg Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 7 May at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 6 May at
    Departure city: Nuremberg
    Departure location: Nuremberg Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 6 May at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 6 May at
    Departure city: Nuremberg
    Departure location: Nuremberg Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 6 May at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 6 May at
    Departure city: Nuremberg
    Departure location: Nuremberg Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 6 May at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 6 May at
    Departure city: Nuremberg
    Departure location: Nuremberg Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 6 May at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Nuremberg to Essen

Bus
Average priceUS$32 - US$94Average duration8h 15m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$60 - US$277Average duration4h 25m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$25 - US$58Average duration4h 50m
15kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Nuremberg to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day
4h 50mAverage duration
US$25Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Train Nuremberg to Essen: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$147
Average train trip duration4h 25m
Number of daily trains13
Earliest train departure06:00
Distance226 miles
Latest train departure22:01

Nuremberg to Essen Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Nuremberg - Essen

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

    The average train ticket price from Nuremberg to Essen is US$147. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Nuremberg to Essen 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!

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

    A train trip between Nuremberg and Essen is around 4h 25m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 56m. This is the time it takes to travel the 226 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Nuremberg and Essen?

    The number of trains from Nuremberg to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Nuremberg to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Nuremberg to Essen?

    Trains travelling between Nuremberg and Essen leave from Bahnhofstraße, 11 or Nürnberg Nordostbf. and arrive at HBF, Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit.

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About Train Travel

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Essen 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 Essen 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 Essen and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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