Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf

Showing times and prices for Aug 03

Cheapest price

$22

Average price

$78

Fastest journey

4 h 4 m

Average duration

4 h 5 m

Trains per day

18

Distance

364 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen 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 Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.

Fast trains

Of the 18 trains that leave Essen Hbf for Nuremberg Hbf on Mon, Aug 03, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 364 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 4 m .

On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 4 h 6 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.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 729
    5:54 PM4h04
    Essen Hbf
    9:58 PMNuremberg Hbf
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 727
    4:53 PM4h05
    Essen Hbf
    8:58 PMNuremberg Hbf
    $291One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn26727 · ICE 885 · ICE 929
    5:13 PM5h17
    Essen Hbf
    10:30 PMNuremberg Hbf
    $341One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 527
    6:53 AM4h05
    Essen Hbf
    10:58 AMNuremberg Hbf
    $491One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 529
    7:52 AM4h06
    Essen Hbf
    11:58 AMNuremberg Hbf
    $491One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $263.

Distance: 226 miles (364 km)

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Bus
Flight
Driving

$106

Average price

$30

Average price

Cheapest

$512

Average price

$86

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 50m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 14m

Average total duration

6h 44m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

10h 15m

Average total duration

7h 15m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

4h 23m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf is a bus with an average price of $30.

This is compared to other travel options from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf:

A bus is $76 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf costing on average $106.

A bus is $482 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf costing on average $512.

The fastest way to travel from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf is by train with an average journey time of 4h 20m.

Other travel options to Nuremberg Hbf take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 44m.

Flight takes on average 7h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Essen Hbf and Nuremberg Hbf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 3m sooner (4h 20m by train vs 4h 23m by car). Tickets start at around $106 compared to roughly $86 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn26705 · ICE 583
On time
6:13 AM Essen Hbf
5h12
11:25 AM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 527
On time
6:53 AM Essen Hbf
4h05
10:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn26707 · ICE 785
On time
7:13 AM Essen Hbf
5h12
12:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 529
On time
7:52 AM Essen Hbf
4h06
11:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 119 · ICE 25
On time
8:03 AM Essen Hbf
4h27
12:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 845 · ICE 1185 · 58217
On time
8:21 AM Essen Hbf
5h33
1:54 PM Nuremberg Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 621
On time
8:53 AM Essen Hbf
4h05
12:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn26711 · ICE 787
On time
9:13 AM Essen Hbf
5h12
2:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 623
On time
9:52 AM Essen Hbf
4h06
1:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 105 · ICE 27
On time
10:00 AM Essen Hbf
4h30
2:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2155 · ICE 587
On time
10:15 AM Essen Hbf
5h11
3:26 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 625
On time
10:50 AM Essen Hbf
4h08
2:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 201 · ICE 927
On time
4:00 PM Essen Hbf
4h30
8:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2157 · ICE 2584 · ICE 605
On time
4:15 PM Essen Hbf
5h37
9:52 PM Nuremberg Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 727
On time
4:53 PM Essen Hbf
4h05
8:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn26727 · ICE 885 · ICE 929
On time
5:13 PM Essen Hbf
5h17
10:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 729
On time
5:54 PM Essen Hbf
4h04
9:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 203 · ICE 929
On time
6:00 PM Essen Hbf
4h30
10:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Deutsche Bahn as well as Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) offer trains services from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf

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Trains from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 but you can travel from only $24 by bus.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 16:13. The fastest train covers the 226 miles (364 km) distance in 4h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $24
Distance
226 miles (364 km)
Average train duration
4h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
$46
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
4h 5m
First train
5:13 AM
Last train
4:13 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $24

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Essen Hbf and Nuremberg Hbf from $24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 5m
Cheapest Price
$46
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 4m
Cheapest Price
$86
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $46, while the average price is around $106.
The train from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf takes 4h 5m and runs 11 per day.
The distance by train from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf is 226 miles (364 km).
The first train from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf leaves at 5:13 AM.
The last train from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf leaves at 4:13 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf. This service operates 4 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf is by bus, with a cost of around $24.
The train journey from Essen Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the scenic Ruhr Valley and picturesque Franconian landscapes, with views of rivers, forests, and charming small towns along the way.
A day trip from Essen Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 5m. The distance is 226 miles (364 km). There are 13 train trips available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf.
Since both Essen Hbf and Nuremberg Hbf are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Nuremberg Hbf include Munich, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bamberg, Würzburg, Aschaffenburg.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf

Most Essen Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf trains use the Essen Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Essen Hbf and Nuremberg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Essen
Arrival train stations in Nuremberg
Essen HbfEssen Hbf, Am Hauptbahnhof 5, 45127 EssenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre

BusNe12, Ne11, Ne2, Ne1, 196, 166, 155, 154, 146, 145 · 5m · every ~50 min
Tram109, 108, 107, 105, 103, 101 · 2m · every ~46 min

Essen Hbf train station facilities and services

Essen 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: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.

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