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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf

Showing times and prices for Jun 20

Cheapest price

$76

Average price

$107

Fastest journey

5 h 22 m

Average duration

5 h 24 m

Trains per day

14

Distance

297 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf without transferring at least once.

  • Deutsche BahnIC 186 · IC 2165
    2:37 PM5h41
    Zurich HB
    8:18 PMNuremberg Hbf
    $761One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIR 2292 · ICE 204 · IC 2065
    1:08 AM9h10
    Zurich HB
    10:18 AMNuremberg Hbf
    $791One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 284 · IC 2067
    6:37 AM5h41
    Zurich HB
    12:18 PMNuremberg Hbf
    $851One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 282 · IC 2069
    8:37 AM5h41
    Zurich HB
    2:18 PMNuremberg Hbf
    $981One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 280 · IC 2161
    10:37 AM5h39
    Zurich HB
    4:16 PMNuremberg Hbf
    $981One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $207.

Distance: 184 miles (297 km)

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Driving

$143

Average price

$43

Average price

Cheapest

$816

Average price

$133

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 38m

Average total duration

5h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 35m

Average total duration

6h 5m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

55m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

4h 58m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Helvetic Airways

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf is a bus with an average price of $43 (€35).

This is compared to other travel options from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf:

A bus is $101 (€83) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf costing on average $143 (€118).

A bus is $773 (€634) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf costing on average $816 (€669).

The fastest way to travel from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf is by flight with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Nuremberg Hbf take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 8m.

Bus takes on average 6h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zurich HB and Nuremberg Hbf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf 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 $143 (€118) compared to roughly $133 (€109) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.76 (€-8.82). The journey takes 5h 8m versus 4h 58m 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

Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnIC 184 · IC 2167
On time
4:37 PM Zurich HB
5h41
10:18 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnEC 197 · ICE 10805:32 PM Zurich HB
6h35
12:07 AM Nuremberg Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnEC 197 · 3287 · 591365:32 PM Zurich HB
5h46
11:18 PM Nuremberg Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 482 · RE 52382 · 88647
On time
5:37 PM Zurich HB
5h43
11:20 PM Nuremberg Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 482 · IC 2382 · 88647
On time
5:37 PM Zurich HB
5h43
11:20 PM Nuremberg Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 782 · ICE 100 · ICE 590 · ICE 1021
On time
5:59 PM Zurich HB
6h43
12:42 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnRE 4932 · 3069 · 4248 · ICE 6936:05 PM Zurich HB
6h37
12:42 AM Nuremberg Hbf5 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 182 · 88649 · 23415 · S46:37 PM Zurich HB
6h18
12:55 AM Nuremberg Hbf3 transfers
Deutsche BahnEC 199 · 3295 · ICE 904
On time
7:32 PM Zurich HB
5h39
1:11 AM Nuremberg Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 480 · 3235+agilis84307+Deutsche Bahn59110
On time
7:37 PM Zurich HB
9h25
5:02 AM Nuremberg Hbf
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnRE 4936 · 3073 · 4826+agilis843078:05 PM Zurich HB
8h57
5:02 AM Nuremberg Hbf4 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 60402 · ICE 8279:59 PM Zurich HB
8h59
6:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 60402 · ICE 698 · 582039:59 PM Zurich HB
8h55
6:54 AM Nuremberg Hbf2 transfers
Saturday, June 20
Deutsche BahnIR 2292 · ICE 204 · IC 2065
On time
1:08 AM Zurich HB
9h10
10:18 AM Nuremberg Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnEC 95 · ICE 722
On time
5:35 AM Zurich HB
5h22
10:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 803 · Fähre · 32480 · 42406:04 AM Zurich HB
6h13
12:17 PM Nuremberg Hbf6 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 284 · IC 2067
On time
6:37 AM Zurich HB
5h41
12:18 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 282 · IC 2069
On time
8:37 AM Zurich HB
5h41
2:18 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnEC 99 · ICE 624
On time
9:32 AM Zurich HB
5h24
2:56 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 380 · 88619
On time
9:37 AM Zurich HB
5h43
3:20 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 280 · IC 2161
On time
10:37 AM Zurich HB
5h39
4:16 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnEC 191 · ICE 620
On time
11:32 AM Zurich HB
5h25
4:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnEC 193 · ICE 526
On time
1:32 PM Zurich HB
5h25
6:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 486 · 89687
On time
1:37 PM Zurich HB
5h44
7:21 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnRE 4924 · 3061 · 4244 · 570902:05 PM Zurich HB
6h12
8:17 PM Nuremberg Hbf5 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 186 · IC 2165
On time
2:37 PM Zurich HB
5h41
8:18 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnEC 195 · ICE 522
On time
3:32 PM Zurich HB
5h25
8:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf
1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf

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Trains from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $133 (€109) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 06:37, the last at 20:37. The fastest train covers the 184 miles (297 km) distance in 5h 39m.

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 (€21)
Distance
184 miles (297 km)
Average train duration
5h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
$133 (€109)
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
5h 39m
First train
6:37 AM
Last train
8:37 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Mon
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 (€21)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich HB and Nuremberg Hbf from $26 (€21). 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 Duration
5h 40m
Cheapest Price
$37 (€30)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
11 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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 39m
Cheapest Price
$133 (€109)
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
6 a day

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Moderate for Germany. Station-area snacks are cheap, while sit-down dining and hotels cost more.

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EUR 8-12 for kebab, bakery, or takeaway.
Mid-range
EUR 15-25 per person at a casual restaurant.
Fine dining
EUR 50-90 per person at upscale restaurants.
Coffee
EUR 3-4.50 for a cappuccino or latte.

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FAQs: Trains from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf

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

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $133 (€109), while the average price is around $143 (€118).
The train from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf takes 5h 39m and runs 11 per day.
The first train from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf leaves at 6:37 AM.
The distance by train from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf is 184 miles (297 km).
The last train from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf leaves at 8:37 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf is by bus, with a cost of around $26 (€21).
Yes, the train journey from Zürich HB to Nürnberg Hbf is scenic, as it offers picturesque views of the Swiss landscape, rolling hills, charming villages, and beautiful countryside along the way.
A day trip from Zürich HB to Nürnberg Hbf is not feasible as the journey duration is 5h 39m. There are 9 train connections per day for this route.
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf.
Since both Zurich HB and Nuremberg Hbf 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 Nuremberg Hbf include Munich, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bamberg, Würzburg, Aschaffenburg.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf 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.
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.
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.

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Popular train stations from Zurich HB to Nuremberg Hbf

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The major train station for departures in Zurich is Zürich HB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich HB for your trip from Zurich to Nuremberg.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
26
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Au Premier
  • Brasserie Federal
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms
WC
WC
  • CHF 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
  • Hotel St. Gotthard
  • Central Plaza Hotel
Shower
Shower
  • Cost CHF 12
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 1,300 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
  • Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
  • Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
Public transit options for Zürich HB
  • Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24

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