Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Nuremberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Nuremberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Nuremberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Nuremberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Nuremberg Central Train Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Nuremberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Nuremberg. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Nuremberg?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Nuremberg
- ABahnhofstraße, 11, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany
- B
Nürnberg Nordostbf.
Nürnberg Nordost, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany - C
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz, 90489 Nürnberg, Germany - D
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf, 90453 Nürnberg, Germany - E
Nürnberg Ziegelstein
Nürnberg Ziegelstein, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany - F
Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.
Rothenburger Str., 90439 Nürnberg, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Nuremberg by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Essen to Nuremberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Nuremberg start at $53. The average price for this train route is around $201. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Essen to Nuremberg?
The average train trip from Essen to Nuremberg takes 5h 10m and covers 365 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 2m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Nuremberg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 13 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Nuremberg?
The earliest train from Essen to Nuremberg departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 8:52pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Nuremberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Nuremberg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Essen to Nuremberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Nuremberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Nuremberg was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $48To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Nuremberg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $48 to $314 for a train ticket from Essen to Nuremberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-11-30.
