Edinburgh to Nuremberg by train

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Overview: trains from Edinburgh to Nuremberg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Edinburgh 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 05:40 View journey
Last train 23:40 View journey
Avg changes 3
Fastest journey 13hr 16m View journey
Distance (km) 1200
Trains / day 29 View all
Cheapest journey US$279.00 View journey
Avg journey time 21hr 17m
Train operators 27

Travelling from Edinburgh to Nuremberg by train

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

The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Nuremberg take around 13 hours and 16 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 1,200 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around  05:40. The last departure is usually at around 23:40 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 06:13, with the last train leaving at around 23:25. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 29 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 28 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$279.00.

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 Edinburgh to Nuremberg?

The journey between Edinburgh and Nuremberg usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found around departures.

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

The Edinburgh to Nuremberg train travel takes about 13 hours and 16 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Edinburgh to Nuremberg train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Nuremberg leaving Edinburgh at around 05:40 and the last train leaving at around 23:40 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 06:13, with the final departure at 23:25.

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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.