- Must visit
Germanisches Nationalmuseum Nürnberg
Leading art museum with major European paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to modern times.
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ulm to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulm to Nuremberg will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
It's difficult to get from Ulm to Nuremberg without transferring at least once.
ICE 593 · ICE 624
ICE 1095 · ICE 1502
ICE 513 · ICE 626
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ICE 1580
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ICE 1000
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ICE 1580
ICE 591 · ICE 1206
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57026 · 59092
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57164 · 59104Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Nuremberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. 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 €19, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 87 miles (141 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€35 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Ulm to Nuremberg:
A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulm to Nuremberg costing on average €35.
Other travel options to Nuremberg take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 14m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (2h 10m by train vs 2h 19m by car). Tickets start at around €35 compared to roughly €25 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 Ulm to Nuremberg 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
84257+ 57008 · 59086 | 5:31 AM Ulm Hbf | 2h46 | 8:17 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
84269+ ICE 1102 | On time 5:52 AM Ulm Hbf | 2h40 | 8:32 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1061 · ICE 1622 | On time 6:38 AM Ulm Hbf | 2h20 | 8:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1063 · ICE 724 | On time 7:12 AM Ulm Hbf | 2h45 | 9:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 561 · ICE 682 | On time 7:36 AM Ulm Hbf | 2h47 | 10:23 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
84273+ 57118 · 59090 | 7:47 AM Ulm Hbf | 2h28 | 10:15 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
84273+ ICE 1100 | On time 7:47 AM Ulm Hbf | 2h46 | 10:33 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 991 · ICE 722 | On time 8:02 AM Ulm Hbf | 2h55 | 10:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
84275+ 59122 | 8:47 AM Ulm Hbf | 2h30 | 11:17 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1091 · ICE 1600 | On time 8:55 AM Ulm Hbf | 2h38 | 11:33 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 511 · ICE 720 | On time 9:15 AM Ulm Hbf | 2h42 | 11:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
84277+ 57026 · 59092 | 9:47 AM Ulm Hbf | 2h30 | 12:17 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Ulm to Nuremberg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 87 miles (141 km) distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 87 miles (141 km) |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Discover the best of Nuremberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nuremberg trip today.
Leading art museum with major European paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to modern times.
Museum in Albrecht Dürer’s former home, presenting the artist’s life, workshops, and Renaissance Nuremberg context.
Important museum at the former Nazi Party Rally Grounds, documenting the rise of National Socialism and its legacy.
Nuremberg’s central market square, framed by landmark churches and historic facades, and home to the famous Christkindlesmarkt.
Charming old town quarter below the castle with half-timbered houses, quiet lanes, and a distinctly local medieval atmosphere.
Historic pedestrian street lined with shops and churches, connecting the station area to the heart of the old town.
Small grilled pork sausages seasoned with marjoram, traditionally served three in a bun or with sauerkraut. They are Nuremberg’s most famous protected specialty.
Crisp gingerbread from Nuremberg, often made with nuts, spices, and little or no flour. It is a historic Christmas specialty with protected regional status.
Blue cooked sausages gently poached in a vinegar and onion broth. A Franconian classic valued for its tangy flavor and old-fashioned tavern tradition.
Michelin-starred fine dining with modern Franconian and seasonal tasting menus in an elegant setting within the historic city center.
Traditional Franconian restaurant known for sausages, Schäufele, and local beer. Expect wood-paneled rooms and a lively old-town atmosphere.
Historic bratwurst kitchen near the main market, famous for traditional Nuremberg sausages grilled over beechwood in a classic rustic setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable. Cheaper than Munich, but pricier than smaller Bavarian towns.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Nuremberg Hbf -> Nuremberg Hauptmarkt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ulm to Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ulm to Nuremberg trains use the Ulm Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Nürnberg Flughafen. Use this guide to compare Ulm and Nuremberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ulm 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: Café Schmizz, Blauflesch, Wilder Mann, Gaststuben im Zunfthaus der Schiffleute
Wi-Fi is available at Ulm Hbf. ATMs are available at Ulm Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Ulm Hbf. Information desks are available at Ulm Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Ulm Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ulm Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ulm Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ulm Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Neuthor, Bäumle, InterCityHotel Ulm, Lehrertal Garni.
Ulm Ost 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: Bodhi, Schwarze Henne, Café Schmizz, Kornhäusle
Wi-Fi is available at Ulm Ost. ATMs are available at Ulm Ost.
Ticket office support is available at Ulm Ost. Information desks are available at Ulm Ost.
Luggage storage is available at Ulm Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ulm Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ulm Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ulm Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Neuthor, Hotel Comfor, Bäumle, Stern.
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).
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