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Pergamonmuseum – Das Panorama
Temporary presentation linked to the Pergamon collection, featuring the large Yadegar Asisi panorama while the main Pergamonmuseum is closed for renovation.
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
379 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Berlin will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 30 trains that leave Nuremberg for Berlin on Sat, Jul 11, 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct trains cover the 379 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest trains will take 2 h 46 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 904
ICE 1502
ICE 804
ICE 1600
ICE 1604
ICE 1162
ICE 1502
ICE 1508
ICE 1506
ICE 1600Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $248.
Distance: 235 miles (379 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$127 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $517 Average price | $79 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Berlin:
A bus is $84 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Berlin costing on average $127 (€104).
A bus is $474 (€390) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg to Berlin costing on average $517 (€425).
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 13m.
Bus takes on average 5h 7m.
You'll arrive about 1h 52m sooner (3h 13m by train vs 5h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $127 (€104) compared to roughly $79 (€65) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Berlin trains for today, Friday, July 10. 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 | 5h06 | 4:30 AM 4:30 AMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1504 | Delayed 5:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h46 | 6:38 PM 6:38 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 502 | On time 6:05 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h24 | 9:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1002 | Delayed 5:03 PM 6:36 PMNuremberg Hbf | 2h47 | 7:53 PM 7:53 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 702 | On time 7:04 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h01 | 10:05 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1502 | Delayed 7:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h46 | 8:38 PM 8:38 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 500 | On time 8:05 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h24 | 11:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1000 | Delayed 8:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h47 | 9:38 PM 9:38 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1500 | Delayed 9:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h47 | 10:38 PM 10:38 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 2592 | On time 10:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h49 | 2:25 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1104 | Delayed 6:36 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h47 | 7:38 AM 7:38 AMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 804 | Delayed 7:04 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h01 | 8:21 AM 8:21 AMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1604 | Delayed 7:36 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h47 | 8:38 AM 8:38 AMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 602 | On time 8:05 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h24 | 11:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1102 | Delayed 8:36 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h47 | 9:38 AM 9:38 AMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1162 | Delayed 9:03 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h44 | 10:02 AM 10:02 AMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 802 | Delayed 9:05 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h00 | 10:21 AM 10:21 AMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1602 | Delayed 9:36 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h47 | 10:38 AM 10:38 AMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 600 | On time 10:05 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h24 | 1:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1100 | Delayed 10:36 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h47 | 11:38 AM 11:38 AMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 800 | Delayed 11:04 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h01 | 12:21 PM 12:21 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1600 | Delayed 11:36 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h46 | 12:38 PM 12:38 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 508 | On time 12:05 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h24 | 3:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1008 | Delayed 12:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h47 | 1:38 PM 1:38 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1508 | Delayed 1:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h46 | 2:38 PM 2:38 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 506 | On time 2:05 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h24 | 5:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1006 | Delayed 2:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h47 | 3:38 PM 3:38 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 706 | Delayed 3:04 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h01 | 4:21 PM 4:21 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1506 | Delayed 3:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h46 | 4:38 PM 4:38 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 504 | On time 4:05 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h24 | 7:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1004 | On time 4:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h47 | 7:23 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Nuremberg to Berlin run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 235 miles (379 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 235 miles (379 km) |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Temporary presentation linked to the Pergamon collection, featuring the large Yadegar Asisi panorama while the main Pergamonmuseum is closed for renovation.
One of Museum Island’s highlights, famous for the bust of Nefertiti and major Egyptian and prehistoric collections.
Major contemporary art museum in a former railway station, known for large-scale installations and international artists.
Berlin’s most famous cultural precinct, ideal for walking between major museums and historic architecture.
Berlin’s historic boulevard lined with major institutions, grand buildings, and easy access to key sights.
Berlin’s central park, excellent for long walks, cycling, and relaxing between major landmarks.
Berlin’s iconic street food: sliced pork sausage covered with curried ketchup and usually served with fries. It became a symbol of postwar Berlin snack culture.
A defining Berlin fast food with Turkish roots: shaved meat stuffed into flatbread with salad and sauces. Berlin popularized its modern sandwich style.
Salt-cured, boiled pork knuckle, traditionally served with peas, sauerkraut, and potatoes. A hearty classic associated with Berlin and Brandenburg cuisine.
Acclaimed Berlin fine dining restaurant focused on local ingredients and modern German cuisine with counter seating.
Stylish established restaurant in Mitte known for seasonal German-influenced cooking, relaxed fine dining, and a leafy courtyard.
Historic Kreuzberg restaurant serving classic Berlin and German dishes such as Eisbein and schnitzel in a traditional beer hall setting.
Moderate for a major European capital. Transit is reasonable, while central hotels and dining cost more.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Tip 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxis and bar tabs.
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