The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Dachau
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
5 h 32 m
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Dachau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Dachau will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
It's difficult to get from Nuremberg to Dachau without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nuremberg to Dachau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Dachau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 83 miles (135 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€39 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Why should you book Nuremberg to Dachau trains with Omio?
Deutsche Bahn (RB,ICE) as well as Österreichische Bundesbahnen offer trains services from Nuremberg to Dachau. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Nuremberg to Dachau.
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn (RB,ICE)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn (RB,ICE), but also compare tickets for the likes of Österreichische Bundesbahnen to find the best option for your trip from Nuremberg to Dachau.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn (RB,ICE) with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Nuremberg to Dachau.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Deutsche Bahn (RB,ICE) tickets can be bought on Deutsche Bahn (RB,ICE)'s website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Österreichische Bundesbahnen to help you choose the right option for your journey from Nuremberg to Dachau.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nuremberg to Dachau.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Dachau
Trains from Nuremberg to Dachau run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (135 km) distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 83 miles (135 km) |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 00:23 |
Last train 23:37 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen from Nuremberg to Dachau trainsDeutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen trains will get you between Nuremberg and Dachau from $10 (€8). 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.
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
FAQs: Trains from Nuremberg to Dachau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg to Dachau 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 Dachau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nuremberg to Dachau
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
- Burger King
- Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
- Coffee Fellows
- Dallmayr Cafebar
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Sportsbar
- Istanbul Döner
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- IntercityHotel Nuremberg
- Park Plaza Nuremberg
- Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
- Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
- SportgaststätteTSV Altenfurt
- Restaurant Daucher
- Sara & Luigi
- Postkutsche
- Hotel Daucher
- Postkutsche
- Silberhorn
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Flughafenstraße.
- Terminal90
- Mövenpick Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel Marienbad
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Sixt
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, check-in counters, and baggage claim
- Hall 2: security and departure gates
- Hall 3: arrivals and car rental services
- Metro: U2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- McDonald's
- Rind und Rebe
- Drei Löwen
- Anna's Taverne
- Hotel Götz
- Drei Löwen
- Hotel Pension Augustenfeld
- Hotel Fischer
- Drei Löwen
- Amperlust
- Mazar-i-Sharif
- Kochwirt
- Drei Löwen
- Mantra
- Stadthotel Dachau
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