How far is Essen from Nuremberg?

The distance between the two cities is 226 miles (364 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Nuremberg?

Most of the buses traveling from Essen to Nuremberg leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Bahnhofstraße, 11. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Nuremberg?

Once in Nuremberg, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Craftmen's Courtyard, Historic Rock-Cut Cellars, Germanisches Nationalmuseum, St. Sebald Church and Albrecht-Dürer's House.

Bus Essen to Nuremberg from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Essen to Nuremberg on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 5m	10:20pm	Bahnhofstraße, 11	No tags
Bus	3:50pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 30m	11:20pm	Bahnhofstraße, 11	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h	4:30am	Bahnhofstraße, 11	No tags
Bus	10:15pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 55m	8:10am	Bahnhofstraße, 11	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h	4:30am	Bahnhofstraße, 11	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Nuremberg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Nuremberg. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

4h 50mAverage Duration

226 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $62	Average Duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$46 - $229	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$26 - $57	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Nuremberg?

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Stops in Nuremberg

A
Bahnhofstraße, 11
Bahnhofstraße, 11, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany
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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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FlixBus

3.5/511,401 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,147 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Nuremberg by bus

How far is Essen from Nuremberg?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Nuremberg?
What are the best sights and things to do in Nuremberg?