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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€52
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€107
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h 21 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
3 h 21 m
Trains on Sep 18
38
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf will cost around €107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 38 trains from Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf, including 9 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 337 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 10217:53 PM4h49Cologne Hbf12:42 AMNuremberg Hbf€521One-way0 transfers- ICE 5214:28 AM3h28Cologne Hbf7:56 AMNuremberg Hbf€571One-way0 transfers
- ICE 8273:21 AM3h37Cologne Hbf6:58 AMNuremberg Hbf€571One-way0 transfers
- ICE 205 · ICE 10218:54 PM3h48Cologne Hbf12:42 AMNuremberg Hbf€571One-way1 transfer
- 28530 · ICE 8217:31 PM3h27Cologne Hbf10:58 PMNuremberg Hbf€701One-way1 transfer
- S6 · ICE 5256:37 AM3h21Cologne Hbf9:58 AMNuremberg Hbf€1041One-way1 transfer
- S6 · ICE 7233:37 PM3h21Cologne Hbf6:58 PMNuremberg Hbf€1381One-way1 transfer
- S6 · ICE 5298:37 AM3h21Cologne Hbf11:58 AMNuremberg Hbf€1381One-way1 transfer
- S6 · ICE 5277:37 AM3h21Cologne Hbf10:58 AMNuremberg Hbf€1041One-way1 transfer
- S6 · ICE 6219:37 AM3h21Cologne Hbf12:58 PMNuremberg Hbf€1381One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, while a train costs an average of €78.
Distance: 209 miles (337 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€78 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf:
A bus is €39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf costing on average €78.
Other travel options to Nuremberg Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 21m.
Tickets start at around €78 compared to roughly €57 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-20.81. The journey takes 3h 49m versus 3h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 25 | Delayed 5:59 AM 7:53 AMCologne Hbf | 4h37 | 12:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S6 · ICE 529 | On time 8:37 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h21 | 11:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2040 · 4613 · ICE 787+ 24513 | On time 8:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h32 | 2:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 103 · ICE 25 | Delayed 7:02 AM 8:56 AMCologne Hbf | 3h34 | 12:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 621 | On time 9:37 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h21 | 12:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 27 | On time 9:55 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h35 | 2:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S6 · ICE 623 | On time 10:37 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h21 | 1:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2013 · 4617 · ICE 789+24517 | On time 10:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h32 | 4:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 105 · ICE 27 | Delayed 9:01 AM 10:56 AMCologne Hbf | 3h34 | 2:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 29 | On time 11:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h37 | 4:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2044 · 4621 · ICE 881+24521 | On time 12:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h32 | 6:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 107 · ICE 29 | Delayed 11:01 AM 12:56 PMCologne Hbf | 3h34 | 4:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 229 | On time 1:55 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h35 | 6:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2046 · 4625 · ICE 883+24525 | On time 2:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h32 | 8:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 109 · ICE 229 | Delayed 1:01 PM 2:56 PMCologne Hbf | 3h34 | 6:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 927 | Delayed 2:07 PM 3:54 PMCologne Hbf | 4h36 | 8:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2048 · 29695 · ICE 729 | On time 4:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h05 | 9:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 201 · ICE 927 | Delayed 3:01 PM 4:56 PMCologne Hbf | 3h34 | 8:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 929 | On time 5:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h37 | 10:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 205 · ICE 1021 | On time 8:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h48 | 12:42 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 827 | On time 3:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h37 | 6:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 521 | On time 4:28 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h28 | 7:56 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 911 · ICE 523 | On time 5:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h33 | 8:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 23 | 5:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h37 | 10:30 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S6 · ICE 525 | On time 6:37 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h21 | 9:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2348 · 4609 · ICE 785+24509 | On time 6:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h32 | 12:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 101 · ICE 23 | 6:56 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h34 | 10:30 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf
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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:21, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 209 miles (337 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 209 miles (337 km) |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 1:21 AM |
Last train 10:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH from Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Nuremberg Hbf from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
VIAS Rail GmbH
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nuremberg Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf
Most Cologne Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf trains use the Köln Messe/Deutz to Nürnberg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne Hbf and Nuremberg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Nürnberg Hbf from Nuremberg city centre
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Hbf train station facilities and services
Nürnberg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.
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