How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Nuremberg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Nuremberg start from $27. The average price for this route is around $43. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Essen to Nuremberg?

The average bus trip duration from Essen to Nuremberg is 8h, covering a distance of 226 miles (365 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Essen to Nuremberg route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Nuremberg?

The earliest bus departs from Essen to Nuremberg at 6:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Nuremberg?

A bus trip from Essen to Nuremberg generates an estimated 9.103525 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Essen to Nuremberg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11591 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Nuremberg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Essen to Nuremberg?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Nuremberg?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Essen to Nuremberg from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Essen to Nuremberg on April 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:00pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 20m	11:20pm	Bahnhofstraße, 11	CheapestFastest
	8:30pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h	4:30am	Bahnhofstraße, 11	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:03pm	HBF	10h 17m	4:20am	Bahnhofstraße, 11	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:50pm	HBF	7h 40m	4:30am	Bahnhofstraße, 11	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:30 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Nuremberg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Nuremberg. The journey takes about 8 hours and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

8hAverage Duration

226 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $159	Average Duration8h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$26 - $176	Average Duration4h 6m	CO₂ emissions 9kg 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 Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,481 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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

3.7/511,626 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Ecolines, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Nuremberg by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Nuremberg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Nuremberg start from $27. The average price for this route is around $43. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Nuremberg?
The average bus trip duration from Essen to Nuremberg is 8h, covering a distance of 226 miles (365 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Nuremberg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Nuremberg?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Nuremberg at 6:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Nuremberg?
A bus trip from Essen to Nuremberg generates an estimated 9.103525 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Essen to Nuremberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11591 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Nuremberg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Essen to Nuremberg?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Nuremberg?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/14

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04/15

$32

Today

$36

04/17

$28

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04/21

$24

The cheapest trip from Essen to Nuremberg was searched and found on Apr 21, 2026 with a price of $24

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Nuremberg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $24 to $107 for a bus ticket from Essen to Nuremberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2026-04-21.