How to travel from Munich to Nuremberg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich to Nuremberg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Nuremberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. 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 €8, and a train costs an average of €15.

Distance: 93 miles (150 km)

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from Munich to Nuremberg

How to get from Munich to Nuremberg by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Munich to Nuremberg is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

FlixBusFlixBus
11:45AM2h10
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
01:55PMNürnberg, ZOB
$201One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

FlixBusFlixBus
10:45PM2h10
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
12:55AMNürnberg, ZOB
$171One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

Deutsche BahnICE 624
01:54PM1h02
Munich Hbf
02:56PMNuremberg Hbf
$501One-way
0 transfers

Other options

Deutsche BahnICE 880
10:15AM1h10
Munich Hbf
11:25AMNuremberg Hbf
$451One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 908
08:16PM1h39
Munich Hbf
09:55PMNuremberg Hbf
$251One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 682
09:17AM1h06
Munich Hbf
10:23AMNuremberg Hbf
$451One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
08:00AM2h10
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
10:10AMNürnberg, ZOB
$221One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
07:00AM2h10
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
09:10AMNürnberg, ZOB
$171One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
01:00PM2h15
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
03:15PMNürnberg, ZOB
$201One-way
0 transfers
LufthansaLH119 · LH150
07:00PM3h05
Munich Airport
10:05PMNuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
$5821One-way
1 transfer
LufthansaLH117 · LH150
06:00PM4h05
Munich Airport
10:05PMNuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
$5821One-way
1 transfer
LufthansaLH101 · LH144
10:00AM3h25
Munich Airport
01:25PMNuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
$6821One-way
1 transfer

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Travel from Munich to Nuremberg: Journey Details

Travelers in Germany can select either buses or trains to travel from Munich to Nuremberg. The relatively close distance between the two cities makes it impractical to fly. There are regular and frequent train journeys offered by various rail and bus networks between the cities. Taking the train is by far the fastest way to travel between the two cities, but bus travel takes a maximum of two hours, making this a great second choice. It is also possible to travel by rental car or drive share options.

Return trips from Nuremberg to Munich are also available.

How to get from Munich to Nuremberg

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Munich to Nuremberg, 74,49% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Munich to Nuremberg and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Munich to Nuremberg

Travel to Nuremberg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Munich to Nuremberg.

FAQs

There are 2 options to travel between Munich and Nuremberg including taking a bus or train.

The cheapest way to go to Nuremberg from Munich is by taking a bus, which costs on average $9 (€8).

This is compared to other ways of getting from Munich to Nuremberg:

A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train with an average ticket price of $16 (€14) from Munich to Nuremberg.

The fastest way from Munich to Nuremberg is by train with an average journey time of 1 h 3 min.

There are alternative travel options to Nuremberg that take longer:

Getting to Nuremberg by bus takes 1 h 45 min on average.

The Munich to Nuremberg distance is around 93 miles (150 km).

The average frequency per day from Munich to Nuremberg is:

  • Around 14 buses per day.
  • 10 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip to Nuremberg from Munich as scheduled services by bus or train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Munich to Nuremberg:

  • Buses mostly depart from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Nürnberg, ZOB.
  • Trains from Munich to Nuremberg most often leave from Munich Hbf and arrive in Nuremberg Hbf.

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Munich to Nuremberg:

  • You can take a bus from Munich to Nuremberg with FlixBus. Cheap tickets can be found for $9 (€8) with FlixBus from Munich to Nuremberg.
  • You can take a train from Munich to Nuremberg with Deutsche Bahn or Österreichische Bundesbahnen. Cheap tickets can be found for $16 (€14) with Deutsche Bahn from Munich to Nuremberg.

Yes, there are direct services available from Munich to Nuremberg with the following travel companies:

  • Direct bus available with FlixBus 14 direct buses per day.
  • Direct trains with Deutsche Bahn or Österreichische Bundesbahnen with 10 direct trains per day.

Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Nuremberg as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets from Munich to Nuremberg.

Looking to extend your trip from Munich to Nuremberg? Many Omio customers who go from Munich to Nuremberg usually extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like Prague, Berlin, Paris or Frankfurt am Main. If you're looking to explore Prague, Berlin, Paris or Frankfurt am Main from Nuremberg, let Omio find you the best connections available at an affordable price.
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