How much does a bus ticket from Essen to Nuremberg cost?

The bus ticket price from Essen to Nuremberg starts at R 672. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Nuremberg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Essen to Nuremberg?

The average travel time between Essen and Nuremberg is around 7h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 364 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Essen and Nuremberg?

The number of buses from Essen to Nuremberg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Essen to Nuremberg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Essen to Nuremberg?

When taking the bus from Essen to Nuremberg, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Nuremberg?

Buses travelling between Essen and Nuremberg leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit or HBF and arrive at Bahnhofstraße, 11, Bahnhofstraße, 87, Schlachthofstraße 11.

Bus Essen to Nuremberg from R 452 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Nuremberg on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 5m	22:20	Bahnhofstraße, 11	No tags
Bus	15:50	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	7h 30m	23:20	Bahnhofstraße, 11	No tags
Bus	20:30	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h	04:30	Bahnhofstraße, 11	No tags
Bus	22:15	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	9h 55m	08:10	Bahnhofstraße, 11	No tags
Bus	20:30	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h	04:30	Bahnhofstraße, 11	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Nuremberg

We recommend carpooling

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 R 442, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

4h 50mAverage duration

364 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 672 - R 1 091	Average duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 797 - R 4 026	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 442 - R 989	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 359 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 135 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Nuremberg?

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Stops in Nuremberg

A - Bahnhofstraße, 11

B - Bahnhofstraße, 87

C - Schlachthofstraße 11

D - Breslauer Str. 304

E - Frankenschnellweg

F - Nürnberg Rennweg

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Nuremberg by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Essen to Nuremberg cost?
The bus ticket price from Essen to Nuremberg starts at R 672. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Nuremberg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Nuremberg?
The average travel time between Essen and Nuremberg is around 7h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 364 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Essen and Nuremberg?
The number of buses from Essen to Nuremberg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Essen to Nuremberg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Essen to Nuremberg?
When taking the bus from Essen to Nuremberg, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Nuremberg?
Buses travelling between Essen and Nuremberg leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit or HBF and arrive at Bahnhofstraße, 11, Bahnhofstraße, 87, Schlachthofstraße 11.

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The cheapest trip from Essen to Nuremberg was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 452

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Nuremberg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 452 to R 690 for a bus ticket from Essen to Nuremberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 452, which is on 2025-11-19.