Nuremberg to Metzingen train with Deutsche Bahn

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Metzingen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€25

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€48

Fastest journey on Sep 18

3 h 23 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

3 h 26 m

Trains on Sep 18

22

Distance

165 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Metzingen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nuremberg to Metzingen will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Nuremberg to Metzingen without transferring at least once.

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2164 · 19317
    9:41 AM3h24
    Nuremberg Hbf
    1:05 PMMetzingen (Württemberg) station
    251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2166 · 19313
    7:37 AM3h28
    Nuremberg Hbf
    11:05 AMMetzingen (Württemberg) station
    251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2168 · 19353
    5:35 AM3h30
    Nuremberg Hbf
    9:05 AMMetzingen (Württemberg) station
    251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2164 · 3857 · 22772
    9:41 AM3h37
    Nuremberg Hbf
    1:18 PMMetzingen-Neuhausen
    251One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2166 · 3855 · 22754
    7:37 AM3h41
    Nuremberg Hbf
    11:18 AMMetzingen-Neuhausen
    251One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Nuremberg to Metzingen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Metzingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €44, while a train costs an average of €58.

Distance: 102 miles (165 km)

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Driving

€58

Average price

€44

Average price

Cheapest

€32

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 32m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 2m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 16m

Average total duration

5h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 54m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Nuremberg to Metzingen is a bus with an average price of €44.

This is compared to other travel options from Nuremberg to Metzingen:

A bus is €14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Metzingen costing on average €58.

The fastest way to travel from Nuremberg to Metzingen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 2m.

Other travel options to Metzingen take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nuremberg and Metzingen including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nuremberg to Metzingen among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €58 compared to roughly €32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-26.02. The journey takes 3h 2m versus 2h 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Nuremberg to Metzingen train times

The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Metzingen trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnIC 2168 · 19353
On time
5:35 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h30
9:05 AM Metzingen (Württemberg) station
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2168 · 3853 · 22736
On time
5:35 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h43
9:18 AM Metzingen-Neuhausen
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1587+TGVTGV 9576+Deutsche Bahn19383 · 22742
On time
5:48 AM Nuremberg Hbf
4h00
9:48 AM Metzingen-Neuhausen
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1587 · ICE 692 · 19307
On time
5:48 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h46
9:34 AM Metzingen (Württemberg) station
2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn88610 · 19357 · 227466:37 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h41
10:18 AM Metzingen-Neuhausen2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn88610 · 193576:37 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h28
10:05 AM Metzingen (Württemberg) station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2166 · 19313
On time
7:37 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h28
11:05 AM Metzingen (Württemberg) station
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2166 · 3855 · 22754
On time
7:37 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h41
11:18 AM Metzingen-Neuhausen
2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn59089 · 57137 · ICE 568 · 193857:39 AM Nuremberg Hbf
4h03
11:42 AM Metzingen (Württemberg) station3 transfers
Deutsche Bahn59089 · 57137 · ICE 568 · 160527:39 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h55
11:34 AM Metzingen (Württemberg) station4 transfers
Deutsche Bahn59089 · 57137 · ICE 568 · 193857:39 AM Nuremberg Hbf
4h09
11:48 AM Metzingen-Neuhausen4 transfers
Deutsche Bahn88612 · 193158:37 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h28
12:05 PM Metzingen (Württemberg) station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn88612 · 19315 · 227628:37 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h41
12:18 PM Metzingen-Neuhausen2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 2164 · 19317
On time
9:41 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h24
1:05 PM Metzingen (Württemberg) station
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2164 · 3857 · 22772
On time
9:41 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h37
1:18 PM Metzingen-Neuhausen
2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn88614 · 19319 · 2278410:38 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h40
2:18 PM Metzingen-Neuhausen2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn88614 · 1931910:38 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h27
2:05 PM Metzingen (Württemberg) station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1623 · ICE 210 · 16058 · 19225
On time
10:59 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h36
2:35 PM Metzingen (Württemberg) station
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1623 · ICE 210 · 16058 · 19225
On time
10:59 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h49
2:48 PM Metzingen-Neuhausen
4 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 2162 · 3259 · 22794
On time
11:42 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h36
3:18 PM Metzingen-Neuhausen
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 2162 · 19321
On time
11:42 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h23
3:05 PM Metzingen (Württemberg) station
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2162 · 3859 · 22794
On time
11:42 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3h36
3:18 PM Metzingen-Neuhausen
2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Metzingen

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Trains from Nuremberg to Metzingen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €26 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 03:21, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 102 miles (165 km) distance in 2h 37m.

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 €26
Distance
102 miles (165 km)
Average train duration
3h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
€35
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
2h 37m
First train
3:21 AM
Last train
11:49 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sep
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 €26

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, agilis from Nuremberg to Metzingen trainsDeutsche Bahn, agilis trains will get you between Nuremberg and Metzingen from €26. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€35
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

agilis

About
agilis is a railway company operating regional trains based in Regensburg in Bavaria since 2010. It operates in the German state of Bavaria connecting cities like Ulm, Ingolstadt, Regensburg and Plattling. They offer single tickets and comfortable trains with some popular routes covering Ulm to Regensburg, Neumarkt to Passau and Ingolstadt to Plattling.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average agilis Duration
2h 37m
Cheapest agilis Price
€83
agilis frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Metzingen

Things to do in Metzingen

Discover the best of Metzingen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Metzingen trip today.

  • Recommended

Stadtmuseum Metzingen

Municipal museum presenting Metzingen's local history, wine culture, and urban development in a traditional historic setting.

  • Recommended

Freilichtmuseum Beuren

Open-air museum showcasing historic rural buildings from Baden-Württemberg. A major regional cultural attraction near Metzingen.

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Kunstmuseum Reutlingen

Art museum in Reutlingen focused on modern and contemporary works, with changing exhibitions in a central urban setting.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, with cheaper options in bakeries and casual spots. Public transport and nearby regional rail are reasonably priced.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares and leave small change at cafes.

FAQs: Trains from Nuremberg to Metzingen

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg to Metzingen 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 Metzingen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Nuremberg to Metzingen can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €35, while the average price is around €58.
The train from Nuremberg to Metzingen takes 2h 37m and runs 9 per day.
The first train from Nuremberg to Metzingen leaves at 3:21 AM.
The distance by train from Nuremberg to Metzingen is 102 miles (165 km).
The last train from Nuremberg to Metzingen leaves at 11:49 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Nuremberg to Metzingen.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Nuremberg to Metzingen.
The train station in Nuremberg that goes to Metzingen is Nuremberg Hbf, which connects to Metzingen (Württemberg) station.
The cheapest way to get from Nuremberg to Metzingen is by bus, with a cost of around €26.
The train journey from Nuremberg to Metzingen offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, featuring rolling hills, charming villages, and expansive fields.
A day trip from Nuremberg to Metzingen is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 37m. However, there are 11 trains per day covering the 102 miles (165 km) distance.
To fully enjoy shopping at the Outletcity Metzingen and explore the charming town, a stay of one to two days is typically sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Nuremberg to Metzingen.
Since both Nuremberg and Metzingen 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 Metzingen include Stuttgart, Heidelberg, Baden-Baden, Karlsruhe, Ulm.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nuremberg to Metzingen 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.
In Metzingen, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in busy shopping areas like the Outlet City. Common scams include distraction techniques used near popular stores and transportation hubs. It is advisable to keep personal belongings secure and remain vigilant in crowded places. Public transportation is generally safe, but travelers should verify ticket authenticity to avoid fare scams.
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 Nuremberg to Metzingen

Most Nuremberg to Metzingen trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Metzingen(Württ) station pair, with some services arriving at Metzingen-Neuhausen. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Metzingen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Nuremberg
Arrival train stations in Metzingen

Which Nuremberg station do trains to Metzingen leave from?

Trains from Nuremberg to Metzingen leave from Nürnberg Hbf. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Nuremberg city centre at Bahnhofsplatz 9, 90443 Nuremberg, Germany.
Nürnberg HbfBahnhofsplatz 9, 90443 Nuremberg, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Nürnberg Hbf from Nuremberg city centre

Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN12, N11 · 11m · €3
SubwayU1 · 2m · €3 · every ~24 min

Nürnberg Hbf train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

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

Accessibility

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].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.

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