Train from Nuremberg to Essen: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Nuremberg to Essen on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain
    		Bahnhofstraße, 11
    		HBFCheapest
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
      		Bahnhofstraße, 11
      		HBFFastest
      Flixbus + Flixtrain
        		Bahnhofstraße, 11
        		HBFNo tags

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        Compare 3 ways to travel from Nuremberg to Essen

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        7carpool per day
        4h 50mAverage duration
        226 milesDistance
        15kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average price£24 - £43Average duration8h 15m
        9kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average price£48 - £149Average duration4h 28m
        9kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average price£18 - £38Average duration4h 50m
        15kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nuremberg to Essen by train

        Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

        1. How much does a train ticket cost from Nuremberg to Essen?

          The cheapest train tickets from Nuremberg to Essen start from £48. The average price for this train route is around £92. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the train journey from Nuremberg to Essen?

          The average train journey time from Nuremberg to Essen is 4h 28m, covering a distance of 226 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 59m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

        3. Which train operators serve the Nuremberg to Essen route?

          Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

        4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nuremberg to Essen?

          The earliest train from Nuremberg to Essen departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 22:08.

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