How to travel from Zurich to Nuremberg

There are 3 options to travel between Zurich and Nuremberg including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Nuremberg is a bus with an average price of €36.

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

A bus is €48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Nuremberg costing on average €84.

A bus is €630 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Nuremberg costing on average €665.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Nuremberg is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 6m.

Other travel options to Nuremberg take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 10m.

Bus takes on average 6h 16m.

The distance from Zurich to Nuremberg is approximately 184 miles (297 km).

The average frequency per day from Zurich to Nuremberg is:

• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 7 flights per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Nuremberg as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Nuremberg Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) and arrive in Nürnberg, ZOB.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Nuremberg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Baltic to go to Nuremberg by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Nuremberg by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Nuremberg by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Zurich to Nuremberg:

• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Zurich to Nuremberg often also extend their vacation to go to Munich, Prague, Paris, Berlin, Frankfurt am Main. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nuremberg and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Nuremberg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Nuremberg, you can explore the charming Old Town with its cobblestone streets and half-timbered houses, visit the Nuremberg Christmas Market for festive atmosphere and traditional crafts, and enjoy a culinary tour sampling local specialties like Nuremberg sausages and gingerbread. Discover cultural history at the Germanisches Nationalmuseum, and explore the Toy Museum for a unique look at toys from different eras. For sightseeing, visit Nuremberg Castle for panoramic city views, St. Lorenz Church for its Gothic architecture, and the Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds for historical insights. Art enthusiasts can visit Albrecht Dürer’s House, while nature lovers will enjoy the diverse exhibits at Nuremberg Zoo.

Two to three days are ideal to explore Nuremberg, allowing time to visit its historic sites, museums, and enjoy local cuisine.