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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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| Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Nuremberg Central Train Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Nuremberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Nuremberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Nuremberg Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Nuremberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Nuremberg. The journey takes about 3 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just R 386, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Nuremberg?
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, 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
Based on 17 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained about the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at R 386
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Nuremberg by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Nuremberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Nuremberg start from R 386. The average price for this train route is around R 1 864. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Nuremberg?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Nuremberg is 3h 13m, covering a distance of 337 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 13m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Nuremberg route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 15 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Nuremberg?
The earliest train from Cologne to Nuremberg departs at 06:45. And the latest train departs at 20:54.
Find cheapest prices for trains
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 14 Apr 2026 with a price of R 1 205To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Nuremberg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 205 to R 4 634 for a train ticket from Cologne to Nuremberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 822, which is on 2026-04-16.
