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Germanisches Nationalmuseum Nürnberg
Leading art museum with major European paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to modern times.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wels to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wels to Nuremberg will cost around €77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €56.
On Sat, Oct 31, we found 4 trains from Wels to Nuremberg, including 4 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 31 the direct trains cover the 260 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
On Sat, Oct 31 the slowest trains will take 4 h 39 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.

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Trains from Wels to Nuremberg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 161 miles (260 km) distance in 2h 37m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Wels to Nuremberg.
The table below shows live departures for Wels to Nuremberg trains for today, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
REX 5940 · R 5994 · 27004 · ICE 724 | On time 4:44 AM Wels Hbf | 5h13 | 9:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1206+ RJ 13478 | 5:46 AM Wels Hbf | 6h36 | 12:22 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 848 · EC 212 · ICE 880 | On time 6:46 AM Wels Hbf | 4h39 | 11:25 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 848+ EC 212+ ICE 880 | On time 6:46 AM Wels Hbf | 4h39 | 11:25 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 407+ ICE 508+ REX 50 | 6:53 AM Wels Hbf | 5h09 | 12:02 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 540 · RJX 260 · ICE 680 | On time 7:46 AM Wels Hbf | 4h42 | 12:28 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 540+ RJX 260+ ICE 680 | On time 7:46 AM Wels Hbf | 4h42 | 12:28 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 160+ ICE 210 · ICE 788+ IC 545 | 8:16 AM Wels Hbf | 5h09 | 1:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 1218 · ICE 506 | On time 9:03 AM Wels Hbf | 4h59 | 2:02 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 544 · RJX 262 · ICE 588 | On time 9:46 AM Wels Hbf | 4h40 | 2:26 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 262+ ICE 588+ IC 544 | Delayed 10:00 AM 9:46 AMWels Hbf | 4h40 | 2:26 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 546 · ICE 118 · ICE 786 | On time 10:46 AM Wels Hbf | 4h39 | 3:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 118 · ICE 786+ IC 546 | Delayed 11:00 AM 10:46 AMWels Hbf | 4h39 | 3:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 5968 · R 5930 · BUS 91104 · 59492 | 11:10 AM Wels Hbf | 4h37 | 3:47 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 60+ ICE 586+ IC 641 | 11:16 AM Wels Hbf | 5h13 | 4:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 640 · ICE 1214 · ICE 784 | On time 12:46 PM Wels Hbf | 4h39 | 5:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1214 · ICE 784+ IC 640 | Delayed 1:04 PM 12:46 PMWels Hbf | 4h39 | 5:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 642 · RJX 62 · ICE 584 | On time 1:46 PM Wels Hbf | 4h40 | 6:26 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 62+ ICE 584+ IC 642 | Delayed 2:00 PM 1:46 PMWels Hbf | 4h40 | 6:26 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 644 · EC 114 · ICE 782 | On time 2:46 PM Wels Hbf | 4h39 | 7:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 114+ ICE 782+ IC 644 | Delayed 3:00 PM 2:46 PMWels Hbf | 4h39 | 7:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 5976 · R 5934 · BUS 91100 · 59498 | 3:10 PM Wels Hbf | 4h37 | 7:47 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 646 · RJX 64 · ICE 582 | On time 3:46 PM Wels Hbf | 4h41 | 8:27 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 64+ ICE 582+ IC 646 | Delayed 4:00 PM 3:46 PMWels Hbf | 4h41 | 8:27 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
REX 1784 · Bus RE50 · 3582 | On time 4:10 PM Wels Hbf | 5h10 | 9:20 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
REX 1784 · Bus RE50 · S3+ 63076 | On time 4:10 PM Wels Hbf | 5h01 | 9:11 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 648 · ICE 1212 · ICE 908 | On time 4:46 PM Wels Hbf | 5h16 | 10:02 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1212 · ICE 908+ IC 648 | Delayed 5:04 PM 4:46 PMWels Hbf | 5h16 | 10:02 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 5916 · Bus RE50+ 84114 | 7:10 PM Wels Hbf | 5h36 | 12:46 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 68+ ICE 822+ IC 744 | 7:46 PM Wels Hbf | 10h08 | 5:54 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Wels to Nuremberg with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, and ÖBB. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, and EuroNight. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, and ÖBB. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wels 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 Wels to Nuremberg trains use the Wels Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Wels and Nuremberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wels Hbf 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: Gasthaus zur Linde, Restaurant Loewenzahn
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wels Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wels Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wels Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wels Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wels Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ploberger, Boutique Hotel Hauser, Hotel Bayrischer Hof.
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.
Check train stations information for Wels and Nuremberg, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.