- Must visit
Albrecht-Dürer-Haus
Museum in Albrecht Dürer’s former house, presenting his life, prints and the world of Renaissance Nuremberg.
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
336 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Nuremberg will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Of the 24 trains that leave Cologne for Nuremberg every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 336 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 723
ICE 729
ICE 727
ICE 229 · ICE 723
IC 2548 · 29695 · ICE 729
ICE 529
ICE 623
ICE 627
ICE 721
ICE 629Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Nuremberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 336 km
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£62 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Nuremberg trains for today, Thursday 27 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 619 · 88631 | Delayed 21:54 0:24Cologne Hbf | 6h53 | 7:17 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 521 | On time 4:28 Cologne Hbf | 3h28 | 7:56 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 523 | On time 5:20 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h38 | 8:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 911 · ICE 523 | On time 5:25 Cologne Hbf | 3h33 | 8:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
10059 · ICE 23 | On time 6:11 Cologne Hbf | 4h42 | 10:53 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 525 | On time 6:45 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h13 | 9:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 101 · ICE 23 | On time 6:54 Cologne Hbf | 3h59 | 10:53 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 913 · ICE 23 | On time 7:30 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h23 | 10:53 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 527 | On time 7:45 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h13 | 10:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 529 | On time 8:45 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h13 | 11:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 103 · ICE 25 | On time 8:54 Cologne Hbf | 3h36 | 12:30 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 119 · ICE 25 | On time 8:58 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h32 | 12:30 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 621 | On time 9:34 Cologne Hbf | 3h24 | 12:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 2521 | On time 9:34 Cologne Hbf | 3h24 | 12:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
10413 · ICE 27 | On time 9:46 Cologne Hbf | 4h44 | 14:30 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 623 | On time 10:35 Cologne Hbf | 3h23 | 13:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 2523 | On time 10:35 Cologne Hbf | 3h23 | 13:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 105 · ICE 27 | On time 10:54 Cologne Hbf | 3h36 | 14:30 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 625 | On time 11:45 Cologne Hbf | 3h13 | 14:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
10417 · ICE 29 | On time 11:46 Cologne Hbf | 4h44 | 16:30 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 627 | On time 12:35 Cologne Hbf | 3h23 | 15:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2574 · 4492 · ICE 721 | On time 12:53 Cologne Hbf | 5h05 | 17:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 107 · ICE 29 | On time 12:54 Cologne Hbf | 3h36 | 16:30 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 629 | On time 13:35 Cologne Hbf | 3h23 | 16:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
10425 · ICE 229 | On time 13:46 Cologne Hbf | 4h44 | 18:30 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 721 | On time 14:35 Cologne Hbf | 3h23 | 17:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2546 · 29693 · ICE 725 | On time 14:53 Cologne Hbf | 5h05 | 19:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 109 · ICE 229 | On time 14:54 Cologne Hbf | 3h36 | 18:30 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 723 | On time 15:35 Cologne Hbf | 3h23 | 18:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 725 | On time 16:35 Cologne Hbf | 3h23 | 19:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2548 · 29695 · ICE 729 | On time 16:53 Cologne Hbf | 5h05 | 21:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 727 | On time 17:35 Cologne Hbf | 3h23 | 20:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 729 | On time 18:35 Cologne Hbf | 3h23 | 21:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 821 | On time 19:35 Cologne Hbf | 3h23 | 22:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 617 · 17501 · S4 | Delayed 20:01 21:54Cologne Hbf | 8h41 | 6:35 Nuremberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 619 · 88631 | On time 23:54 Cologne Hbf | 7h23 | 7:17 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Cologne to Nuremberg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 336 km distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 336 km |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Nuremberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nuremberg trip today.
Museum in Albrecht Dürer’s former house, presenting his life, prints and the world of Renaissance Nuremberg.
Major art museum with European works from the late Middle Ages to modern periods in a bold contemporary building.
Extensive museum on German railways with historic locomotives, interactive displays and family-friendly exhibitions.
Central market square lined with historic façades and stalls, ideal for people-watching and easy Old Town sightseeing.
Attractive riverside street with half-timbered houses, among the prettiest surviving medieval lanes in the city.
Historic artisan quarter south of the river, filled with lanes, workshops and a traditional Old Town atmosphere.
Small marjoram-spiced pork sausages, traditionally grilled over beechwood and served in sets or in a bread roll. A defining speciality of Nuremberg.
A long crusty roll filled with three Nuremberg sausages and mustard. It is a classic local street food eaten quickly at sausage stalls.
Lebkuchen from Nuremberg, a spiced gingerbread often made with nuts, candied peel and wafers. It is strongly tied to the city’s Christmas baking tradition.
Traditional Franconian inn serving roast meats, sausages and seasonal dishes in a wood-panelled, old-world atmosphere beneath the castle.
Historic bratwurst kitchen near the Hauptmarkt, known for traditional Nuremberg sausages in a rustic, fast-moving old-town setting.
Well-known old-town restaurant with polished Franconian cooking, local wine and a more refined feel while keeping regional classics at the centre.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich, while public transport and everyday food remain manageable for most city-break budgets.
Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants. In Germany, tips are usually given directly when paying rather than left on the table.
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Nürnberg Hbf -> Hauptmarkt, Nürnberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Nuremberg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nuremberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Nuremberg trains use the Köln Messe/Deutz to Nürnberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Nürnberg Flughafen. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Nuremberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.
Nürnberg Flughafen is 5 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminal90, Mövenpick Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport, Hotel Alpha, Hotel Marienbad.
Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn) is 3 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
ATMs are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
Available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
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