The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to Nuremberg
Cheapest price
$65
Average price
$183
Fastest journey
5 h 3 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Trains per day
51
Distance
412 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Nuremberg will cost around $183 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
Of the 51 trains that leave Vienna for Nuremberg on Mon, Feb 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Feb 23 the direct trains cover the 412 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 3 m .
On Mon, Feb 23 the slowest trains will take 5 h 9 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.
EC 462+
79000+
ICE 886
NJ 40490
RJX 762+
NJ 40490
ICE 20 · 3584
ICE 1220
ICE 20 · 3584
ICE 20+
RE40
ICE 1220
ICE 1224
ICE 1224Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Vienna to Nuremberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Nuremberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €230.
Distance: 256 miles (412 km)
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6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration 7h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Vienna to Nuremberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Nuremberg trains for today, Sunday, February 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 640+ ICE 116 · ICE 784 | On time 9:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 6h28 | 4:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 766+ ICE 116 · ICE 784 | On time 10:02 AM Vienna Airport | 6h23 | 4:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 766 · ICE 116 · ICE 784 | On time 10:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 5h57 | 4:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 766+ ICE 116 · ICE 784 | On time 10:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 5h57 | 4:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 642+ RJX 62+ ICE 528 | On time 10:34 AM Vienna Airport | 6h23 | 4:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 642+ RJX 62+ ICE 528 | On time 10:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 6h00 | 4:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 750+ RJX 62+ ICE 528 | On time 11:02 AM Vienna Airport | 5h55 | 4:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 62 · ICE 528 | On time 11:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 5h29 | 4:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 62+ ICE 528 | On time 11:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 5h29 | 4:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 646+ ICE 1220 | On time 12:34 PM Vienna Airport | 5h48 | 6:22 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 858+ RJX 64+ ICE 524 | On time 1:02 PM Vienna Airport | 5h55 | 6:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1220 | On time 1:13 PM Vienna Hbf | 5h09 | 6:22 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1220 | On time 1:13 PM Vienna Hbf | 5h09 | 6:22 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 64 · ICE 524 | On time 1:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 5h29 | 6:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 64+ ICE 524 | On time 1:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 5h29 | 6:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 648+ RJ 112+ ICE 780 | On time 1:34 PM Vienna Airport | 6h50 | 8:24 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 648+ RJ 112+ ICE 780 | On time 1:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 6h27 | 8:24 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 168+ RJ 112+ ICE 780 | On time 2:02 PM Vienna Airport | 6h22 | 8:24 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 168+ RJ 112+ ICE 780 | On time 2:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 5h56 | 8:24 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 168 · RJ 112 · ICE 780 | On time 2:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 5h56 | 8:24 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 740+ RJX 66+ ICE 520 | 2:34 PM Vienna Airport | 6h23 | 8:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 740+ RJX 66+ ICE 520 | 2:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 6h00 | 8:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 856+ RJX 66+ ICE 520 | 3:02 PM Vienna Airport | 5h55 | 8:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 66+ ICE 520 | 3:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 5h29 | 8:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 742+ ICE 20+ RE40 | 3:34 PM Vienna Airport | 5h42 | 9:16 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 760+ NJ 40420 | 4:02 PM Vienna Airport | 7h51 | 11:53 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 20+ RE40 | 4:13 PM Vienna Hbf | 5h03 | 9:16 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 744+ RJX 68+ ICE 1080 | 4:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 6h16 | 11:13 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 68+ ICE 1080 | 5:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 5h45 | 11:13 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, February 23 | |||||
RJ 754+ RJX 262+ ICE 626 | 7:02 AM Vienna Airport | 5h55 | 12:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 262 · ICE 626 | On time 7:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 5h29 | 12:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 262+ ICE 626 | On time 7:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 5h29 | 12:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 548+ ICE 1224 | 8:34 AM Vienna Airport | 5h48 | 2:22 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 752+ RJX 60+ ICE 622 | 9:02 AM Vienna Airport | 5h55 | 2:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1224 | 9:13 AM Vienna Hbf | 5h09 | 2:22 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1224 | 9:13 AM Vienna Hbf | 5h09 | 2:22 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 60 · ICE 586 | On time 9:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 6h01 | 3:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 60+ ICE 622 | On time 9:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 5h29 | 2:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 640+ ICE 116 · ICE 784 | 9:34 AM Vienna Airport | 6h51 | 4:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna to Nuremberg
Trains from Vienna to Nuremberg run on average 19 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 256 miles (412 km) distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 256 miles (412 km) |
Average train duration 5h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Vienna to Nuremberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Vienna and Nuremberg from $31 (€25). 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.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
EuroNight
ÖBB | S-Bahn
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Train tickets from Vienna to Nuremberg: when to book to save $
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- If you book a ticket Vienna - Nuremberg with 2 months in advance you save up to about 13% compared to the initial price.
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FAQs: Trains from Vienna to Nuremberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vienna to Nuremberg
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
- Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
- Zugvogel
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
- Moxy Vienna Airport
- LifeHotel Vienna Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Green Motion
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: CAT connections
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Eichenstraße.
- Restaurant Meidlinger Markt
- Gasthaus Tirolergarten
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Rainers
- Austria Trend Hotel Bosei
- Hotel Fabrik
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Austria, Germany, and Hungary
- Hall 2: S-Bahn and metro connections
- Metro: Line U6
- Tram: Line 62
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S60
- 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.
- 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
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