How much does a train ticket from Nuremberg to Cologne cost?

The average train ticket price from Nuremberg to Cologne is $126. The best way to find train tickets from Nuremberg to Cologne 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 Nuremberg to Cologne?

A train trip between Nuremberg and Cologne is around 3h 29m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 58m. This is the time it takes to travel the 209 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Nuremberg and Cologne?

The number of trains from Nuremberg to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Nuremberg to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Nuremberg to Cologne?

Trains traveling between Nuremberg and Cologne leave from Bahnhofstraße, 11 or Nürnberg Nordostbf. and arrive at Hbf, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Köln-Blumenberg.

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

Once in Cologne, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Köln Triangle Panorama, Twelve Romanesque churches, Cologne Zoo, Hohenzollern Bridge, Historic Town Hall.

Trains from Nuremberg to Cologne | Deutsche Bahn

Compare 3 ways to go from Nuremberg to Cologne.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $134	Average Duration6h 5m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train	Average Price$35 - $251	Average Duration3h 29m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $52	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Nuremberg to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day

4h 20mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest ticket

14kgCO₂ emissions

Train Nuremberg to Cologne: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$126

Average train trip duration3h 29m

Number of daily trains12

Earliest train departure4:28am

Distance209 miles (337 km)

Latest train departure8:58pm

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

Deutsche Bahn offers 1 daily trips from Nuremberg to Cologne. Though the average price for this trip is $143.00, you can find tickets starting at $48.00. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 4h10.

Train and bus companies in DE:RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn, TGV inOui, Slovak Rail, Eurostar

Nuremberg to Cologne Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Nuremberg and Cologne?

Stops in Nuremberg

A - Bahnhofstraße, 11

B - Nürnberg Nordostbf.

C - Nürnberg Rathenauplatz

D - Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf

E - Nürnberg Ziegelstein

F - Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.

Stops in Cologne

A - Hbf

B - Cologne/Bonn Airport

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Nuremberg to Cologne is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

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

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Will you be returning to Nuremberg by train?

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