The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
324 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
To travel from Nuremberg Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen you need to make at least one change.
ICE 726 · IC 2320 · RE 10918 · S 19
ICE 724 · S 19
ICE 728 · S 19
ICE 722 · S 19
ICE 726 · S 19
ICE 724 · S 19
ICE 728 · S 19
ICE 722 · S 19
ICE 726 · S 19
ICE 726 · IC 2320 · RE 10918 · S 19Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nuremberg Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 324 km
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Live departures
Nuremberg Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen train times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 626 · S 19 | On time 12:57 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h38 | 16:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 624 · S 19 | On time 13:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h04 | 18:02 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 624 · ICE 120 · RB 10633 | On time 13:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h52 | 17:50 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
ICE 26 · S 19 | On time 14:30 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h05 | 19:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 622 · S 19 | On time 14:57 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h25 | 18:22 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
![]() | 04:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h22 | 07:22 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:28, the last at 21:38. The fastest train covers the 324 km distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 324 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 03:28 |
Last train 21:38 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Nuremberg Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Nuremberg Hbf and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Nuremberg Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen 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 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Nuremberg Hbf and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
- Burger King
- Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
- Coffee Fellows
- Dallmayr Cafebar
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Sportsbar
- Istanbul Döner
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- IntercityHotel Nuremberg
- Park Plaza Nuremberg
- Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
- Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
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