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Staatsgalerie in der Neuen Residenz
Art and history collections in the New Residence, including galleries and lavish princely rooms on Cathedral Square.
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Bamberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Bamberg will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nuremberg for Bamberg on Thu, Aug 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 27 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Thu, Aug 27 the slowest trains will take 42 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 602
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ICE 602
4906Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Bamberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 32 miles (52 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€18 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nuremberg to Bamberg:
A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Bamberg costing on average €18.
Other travel options to Bamberg take longer:
Train takes on average 41m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (41m by train vs 45m by car). Tickets start at around €18 compared to roughly €9 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), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
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.
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Bamberg trains for today, Wednesday, August 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 904 | Delayed 11:24 PM 1:24 AMNuremberg Hbf | 0h36 | 12:00 AM 12:00 AMBamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 602 | Delayed 6:10 AM 8:05 AMNuremberg Hbf | 0h35 | 6:43 AM 6:43 AMBamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4906 | 9:11 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h42 | 9:53 AM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4986 | 9:40 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h40 | 10:20 AM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 600 | On time 10:05 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h35 | 10:40 AM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4908 | 10:11 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h41 | 10:52 AM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2065 | Delayed 8:34 AM 10:24 AMNuremberg Hbf | 0h36 | 9:06 AM 9:06 AMBamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4966 | 10:40 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h40 | 11:20 AM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S1 | 10:41 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1h05 | 11:46 AM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4910 | 11:11 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h41 | 11:52 AM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4988 | 11:40 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h40 | 12:20 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 508 | On time 12:05 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h35 | 12:40 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4912 | 12:11 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h41 | 12:52 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4968 | 12:40 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h40 | 1:20 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S1 | 12:41 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1h05 | 1:46 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4914 | 1:11 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h41 | 1:52 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4990 | 1:40 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h40 | 2:20 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 506 | On time 2:05 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h35 | 2:40 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4916 | 2:11 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h41 | 2:52 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4970 | 2:40 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h40 | 3:20 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S1 | 2:41 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1h05 | 3:46 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4918 | 3:11 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h41 | 3:52 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4992 | 3:40 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h40 | 4:20 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 504 | On time 4:05 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h35 | 4:40 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4920 | 4:11 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h41 | 4:52 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4972 | 4:40 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h40 | 5:20 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S1 | 4:41 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1h05 | 5:46 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4922 | 5:11 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h41 | 5:52 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4994 | 5:40 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h40 | 6:20 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 502 | On time 6:05 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h35 | 6:40 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4924 | 6:11 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h41 | 6:52 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2163 | On time 6:24 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h35 | 6:59 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4974 | 6:40 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h40 | 7:20 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S1 | 6:41 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1h05 | 7:46 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4926 | 7:11 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h41 | 7:52 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
4996 | 7:40 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h40 | 8:20 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 500 | On time 8:05 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h35 | 8:40 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 27 | |||||
ICE 602 | On time 8:05 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0h35 | 8:40 AM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Nuremberg to Bamberg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (52 km) distance in 33m.
Distance 32 miles (52 km) |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 12:26 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Bamberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bamberg trip today.
Art and history collections in the New Residence, including galleries and lavish princely rooms on Cathedral Square.
Museum inside the Alte Hofhaltung presenting Bamberg's cultural history from prehistory to the Baroque period.
Collection dedicated to writer E. T. A. Hoffmann, exploring his life, works, and Bamberg years in a compact house museum.
Bamberg's famous riverside of old fishermen's houses; one of the city's most photographed and atmospheric walks.
The cathedral district on the hill, packed with major monuments, courtyards, and classic views over Bamberg.
Scenic rose garden behind the New Residence with benches, flowers, and one of Bamberg's best panoramic viewpoints.
Smoked lager from Bamberg, traditionally kilned over beechwood. It is the city’s signature drink and tastes distinctly smoky yet balanced.
Onion stuffed with minced pork, bacon, and bread, then braised in beer sauce. A Franconian inn classic strongly associated with Bamberg.
Potato dumplings, often served with roast meats and gravy. They are a staple across Franconia and common on traditional Bamberg menus.
Well-known brewery inn serving smoked beer and classic regional fare. Rustic rooms and a strong local reputation.
Historic brewery tavern famed for Rauchbier and hearty Franconian dishes. Lively, traditional atmosphere in Bamberg’s old town.
Traditional Franconian restaurant by the river, known for polished regional cooking and a more refined old-town setting.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are below Munich, but tourist areas raise prices. Transit is reasonable, and many sights are walkable.
Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is normal.
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Bamberg Bahnhof -> ZOB Bamberg
The train connection between Nuremberg and Bamberg is efficient and convenient, making it easy for travelers to explore these charming Bavarian cities. Operated by Deutsche Bahn, the journey typically takes around 1 hour with frequent departures throughout the day. Passengers can enjoy comfortable seating and scenic views of the picturesque countryside along the route.
The train connection from Nuremberg to Bamberg takes just 33 minutes and offers 1 direct service per day. Passengers will depart from Nürnberg Hbf and arrive at Bamberg, Bahnhofsvorplatz/Ludwigstraße.
The first daily train from Nuremberg to Bamberg departs at 05:05 AM, providing an early start for travelers looking to explore the beautiful landscapes of Bavaria. The last journey of the day leaves at 07:04 PM, allowing visitors ample time to enjoy their activities in both cities before returning.
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection from Nuremberg to Bamberg is €10. The average ticket price typically hovers around €21, making it a budget-friendly option for travelers looking to explore these charming Bavarian cities.
Bamberg Cathedral, a stunning example of Romanesque architecture, was founded in 1004 and has stood as a testament to the city’s rich ecclesiastical history. Its significance lies not only in its role as a spiritual center but also as a UNESCO World Heritage site that showcases remarkable artistry through its intricate sculptures and breathtaking stained glass windows. Unique features include the impressive twin towers that dominate the skyline and the famous Bamberg Horseman statue, which symbolizes power and nobility.
The Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus) is an architectural marvel built on an island between two arms of the Regnitz River around 1386, making it one of Germany's most picturesque town halls. This landmark holds great historical importance as it served both civic functions and housed various administrative offices throughout centuries while symbolizing Bamberg's independence from local bishops. What sets this building apart are its vibrant frescoed facades depicting scenes from mythology alongside charming half-timbered structures that create an enchanting atmosphere.
Little Venice (Klein Venedig), with its quaint canals lined by colorful fishermen’s houses dating back to medieval times, offers visitors a glimpse into Bamberg’s maritime heritage along with scenic beauty reminiscent of Italy's famed waterways. The area is significant for showcasing how trade flourished here due to access via river transport during prosperous periods in history; today it's beloved for leisurely strolls or boat rides amidst nature's tranquility right within urban life. One unique feature you’ll notice is how these historic homes seem to float above water—an idyllic setting perfect for capturing unforgettable photographs!
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg to Bamberg 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 Bamberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nuremberg to Bamberg trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Bamberg station pair. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Bamberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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].
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.
Nürnberg Flughafen is 5 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminal90, Mövenpick Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport, Hotel Alpha, Hotel Marienbad.
Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn) is 3 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
ATMs are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
Available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
Bamberg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Kachelofen, Brauerei Spezial
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bamberg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bamberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bamberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bamberg: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bamberg: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Bamberg, Best Western Hotel Bamberg, Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg.
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