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Musée Nicéphore Niépce
Flagship museum dedicated to photography pioneer Nicéphore Niépce, with major collections on image-making and photographic history.
Cheapest price
€0.00
Average price
€124
Fastest journey
7 h 22 m
Average duration
14 h 11 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
548 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Chalon-sur-Saône is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Nuremberg to Chalon-sur-Saône without transferring at least 2 times.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Chalon-sur-Saône among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a flight costs an average of €116.
Distance: 340 miles (548 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€145 Average price | €46 Average price Cheapest | €288 Average price | €107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 27m Average total duration Fastest 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 14m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nuremberg to Chalon-sur-Saône:
A bus is €99 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Chalon-sur-Saône costing on average €145.
A bus is €242 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg to Chalon-sur-Saône costing on average €288.
Other travel options to Chalon-sur-Saône take longer:
Flight takes on average 9h 14m.
Bus takes on average 10h 50m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (6h 57m by train vs 7h 6m by car). Tickets start at around €145 compared to roughly €107 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.
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 Chalon-sur-Saône trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:00 PM Nuremberg | 15h54 | 9:54 AM Chalon-sur-Saône | 3 transfers | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 11:32 AM Nuremberg | 7h22 | 6:54 PM Chalon-sur-Saône | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Nuremberg to Chalon-sur-Saône run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €121 but you can travel from only €37 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 11:06, the last at 11:06. The fastest train covers the 340 miles (548 km) distance in 7h 12m.
Distance 340 miles (548 km) |
Average train duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €121 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 12m |
First train 11:06 AM |
Last train 11:06 AM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Chalon-sur-Saône — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chalon-sur-Saône trip today.
Flagship museum dedicated to photography pioneer Nicéphore Niépce, with major collections on image-making and photographic history.
Fine arts and archaeology museum in a former abbey, showcasing regional paintings, sculpture, and artifacts from local history.
Photography festival exhibition locations spread across the city, important for contemporary visual culture during event periods.
Main square by the cathedral, lined with historic buildings and terraces, and one of the best places to feel the old city's atmosphere.
Historic island district across the bridge, appreciated for its older streets, waterside mood, and more local neighborhood feel.
Pedestrian shopping street crossing the center, useful for exploring daily life, architecture, and connections between major sights.
A classic Burgundian stew of beef slowly braised in red wine, often from nearby vineyards. It is a regional staple valued for deep flavor and rustic tradition.
Eggs poached in a rich red wine sauce with onions and bacon. This emblematic Burgundy dish is widely eaten in local bistros and traditional homes.
Snails baked with garlic-parsley butter. A famous Burgundian specialty that reflects the region’s classic cuisine and wine-country dining culture.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant from chef Frédéric Carrion, offering creative seasonal cuisine and polished service near Chalon-sur-Saône.
Refined restaurant in central Chalon-sur-Saône serving modern French cuisine with Burgundian products in an elegant but approachable setting.
Well-known traditional brasserie by the river, popular for Burgundian classics, seafood, and lively service in a historic setting.
Moderate for France. Hotels and restaurants are usually cheaper than Paris; local buses are low-cost, but wine-focused dining can raise daily spend.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change is appreciated but not expected.
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Gare de Chalon-sur-Saône -> Place de Beaune, Chalon-sur-Saône
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg to Chalon-sur-Saône 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 Chalon-sur-Saône, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nuremberg to Chalon-sur-Saône trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Chalon-sur-Saône station pair. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Chalon-sur-Saône 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.
Chalon-sur-Saône 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 Le Saint-Georges, Le Bourgogne
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Chalon-sur-Saône. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Chalon-sur-Saône. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chalon-sur-Saône: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chalon-sur-Saône: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chalon-sur-Saône: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Saint Régis, Ibis Styles Chalon-sur-Saône, Hotel de la Colombière.
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