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403 km.
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Cologne, Germany → Nuremberg, Germany

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cologne to Nuremberg

Composite routes from Cologne to Nuremberg

Cheapest
3 h 30 min
Car
403 km.
from $22
Fastest
1 h 4 min
Plane
Other
5 h 59 min
Bus
338 km.
from €10.33

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 3
FlixBus
Website
Union Ivkoni
Website
Tarsin
Website
FlixBus
Website
4h 55m
Every 3 hours
$39.44–$55.98
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Union Ivkoni
Website
5h 45m
Twice a week
$17.81–$30.53
07001 8282
07001 8282
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Tarsin
Website
5h 55m
Once a week
$12.72–$16.54
+40 230 562 929
+40 230 562 929
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 4
Lufthansa
Website
Eurowings
Website
Lufthansa City
Website
Icare Franche Compte
Lufthansa
Website
3h 44m
Every day
$152.67–$610.68
Eurowings
Website
1h 5m
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$89.06–$305.34
Lufthansa City
Website
1h 5m
Every day
$34.35–$368.96
Icare Franche Compte
1h 30m
Wednesday and Thursday
$25.45–$305.34
Train operators
Found: 7
NS
Website
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
RegioJet
Website
National Express
Website
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
NS
Website
1h 3m
Hourly
$25.45–$62.34
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
Call
Eurostar
Website
32 min
Once daily
$31.81–$69.97
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
3h 12m
Hourly
$82.70–$95.42
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
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Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
1h 46m
Hourly
$31.81–$45.80
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
Call
RegioJet
Website
5h 30m
Once daily
$29.26–$44.53
+420 222 222 221
+420 222 222 221
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
National Express
Website
38 min
Every 20 minutes
$12.72–$19.08
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
45 min
Once daily
+49 9126 301 90 70
+49 9126 301 90 70
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
4h 29m
Every 4 hours
$15.27–$33.08
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
Call

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Nuremberg?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Nuremberg is to bus which costs $10.87 - $14.13 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Nuremberg?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Nuremberg is to train and fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $108.70 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Nuremberg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Köln and arriving at Nürnberg. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Nuremberg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Nürnberg Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Cologne to Nuremberg?

The distance between Cologne and Nuremberg is 402 km. The road distance is 404.2 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Nuremberg without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Nuremberg without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $70.65 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Nuremberg?

The train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Nürnberg Hbf takes 3h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Nuremberg bus from?

Cologne to Nuremberg bus services, operated by Tarsin, depart from Köln station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Nuremberg train from?

Cologne to Nuremberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Nuremberg?

The best way to get from Cologne to Nuremberg is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $70.65 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10.87 - $14.13 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Cologne to Nuremberg bus arrive?

Cologne to Nuremberg bus services, operated by Tarsin, arrive at Nürnberg station.

Where does the Cologne to Nuremberg train arrive?

Cologne to Nuremberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Nuremberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Nuremberg is 404 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Cologne to Nuremberg.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Nuremberg?

Book your Cologne to Nuremberg train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Nuremberg?

There are 1091+ hotels available in Nuremberg. Prices start at $51.20 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Nuremberg?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Nuremberg. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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