Essen to Nuremberg by train

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Overview: trains from Essen to Nuremberg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Essen to Nuremberg, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:16 View journey
Last train 21:35 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 4hr 2m View journey
Distance (km) 364
Trains / day 67 View all
Cheapest journey £26.84 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 26m
Train operators 6

Essen to Nuremberg train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Essen to Nuremberg by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Essen to Nuremberg take around 4 hours and 2 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 364 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Essen is scheduled to depart at around  04:29. The last departure is usually at around 18:54 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Essen at around 04:16, with the last train leaving at around 21:35. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 67 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 4 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £26.84.

We think any time is a great time to visit Nuremberg, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Nuremberg.

Is there a direct train from Essen to Nuremberg?

Yes, there is a direct train from Essen to Nuremberg.

How long does it take to travel from Essen to Nuremberg?

The Essen to Nuremberg train travel takes about 4 hours and 2 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Essen to Nuremberg train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Nuremberg leaving Essen at around 04:29 and the last train leaving at around 18:54 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Essen at around 04:16, with the final departure at 21:35.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.