Nuremberg to Chemnitz train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Chemnitz

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 09 Oct

Cheapest price on 09 Oct

£45

Average ticket price on 09 Oct

£82

Fastest journey on 09 Oct

3 h 20 m

Average journey duration on 09 Oct

3 h 45 m

Trains on 09 Oct

5

Distance

203 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Chemnitz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nuremberg to Chemnitz will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.

Fast trains

To travel from Nuremberg to Chemnitz you need to make at least one change.

  • Deutsche Bahn33895 · 74035
    18:054h00
    Nuremberg Hbf
    22:05Chemnitz Hbf
    £451One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche Bahn3033 · 74033
    17:373h26
    Nuremberg Hbf
    21:03Chemnitz Hbf
    £451One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 504 · 74186
    16:053h20
    Nuremberg Hbf
    19:25Chemnitz Hbf
    £931One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 502 · 74190 · Bus RE6
    18:053h49
    Nuremberg Hbf
    21:54Chemnitz Hbf
    £971One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1004 · ICE 1653 · 74141
    16:364h09
    Nuremberg Hbf
    20:45Chemnitz Hbf
    £1271One-way
    2 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Chemnitz

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Trains from Nuremberg to Chemnitz run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 01:24, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 203 km distance in 2h 46m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12
Distance
203 km
Average train duration
3h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 46m
First train
1:24
Last train
22:38
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12

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Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£16
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Chemnitz

Things to do in Chemnitz

Discover the best of Chemnitz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chemnitz trip today.

  • Must visit

Museum Gunzenhauser

Major art museum with works from the 20th and 21st centuries, shown in a striking modern building in the city centre.

  • Must visit

Industriemuseum Chemnitz

Industrial museum in a former foundry, explaining Saxony’s manufacturing history with machinery, vehicles and design.

  • Recommended

Kunstsammlungen am Theaterplatz

Museum in the Theatre Square ensemble presenting painting, sculpture and temporary exhibitions from several centuries.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in Munich or Hamburg, but not as low as the cheapest small towns.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€2.50-4 for a cappuccino or similar coffee.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is polite in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés if service was good.

Best day trips from Chemnitz by train

The most popular day trips by train from Chemnitz are Leipzig, Dresden, Zwickau, Erfurt and Hof. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Chemnitz on Omio.

A view of Leipzig

Day trip from Chemnitz to Leipzig by train

Why visit Leipzig for the day?

Leipzig is known for Bach, the Thomaskirche and a long tradition of trade and publishing. Its compact centre combines grand historic architecture with creative neighbourhoods, canals and a youthful cultural scene.

How to get from Chemnitz to Leipzig by train?

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 55m.

A view of Dresden

Day trip from Chemnitz to Dresden by train

Why visit Dresden for the day?

Dresden is known for its baroque skyline, major art collections and the restored Frauenkirche. Set on the Elbe, it balances a grand historic centre with lively modern districts.

How to get from Chemnitz to Dresden by train?

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 59m.

A view of Zwickau

Day trip from Chemnitz to Zwickau by train

Why visit Zwickau for the day?

Zwickau is a Saxon city known for Robert Schumann and a strong automotive heritage tied to Audi and Trabant. Its compact old centre mixes historic churches, market squares and museums with a practical, industrial character.

How to get from Chemnitz to Zwickau by train?

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:09, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 31m.

A view of Erfurt

Day trip from Chemnitz to Erfurt by train

Why visit Erfurt for the day?

Erfurt is known for its well-preserved medieval centre, especially the Krämerbrücke and the Mariendom. As the capital of Thuringia, it feels compact and historic, with a calm atmosphere shaped by trade and learning.

How to get from Chemnitz to Erfurt by train?

The earliest train runs at 00:37, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 133 km distance in 1h 40m.

A view of Hof

Day trip from Chemnitz to Hof by train

Why visit Hof for the day?

Hof is a Franconian town in north-east Bavaria, best known for the Hof International Film Festival and its beer tradition. Near the borders with Saxony and the Czech Republic, it combines a practical small-city atmosphere with traces of its textile past.

How to get from Chemnitz to Hof by train?

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 20:36. The fastest train covers the 91 km distance in 1h 37m.

FAQs: Nuremberg to Chemnitz train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg to Chemnitz 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 Chemnitz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Nuremberg to Chemnitz can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £83.
The train journey from Nuremberg to Chemnitz covers a distance of 203 km and takes approximately 2h 46m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Nuremberg to Chemnitz is 203 km.
The first train from Nuremberg to Chemnitz leaves at 1:24.
The last train from Nuremberg to Chemnitz departs at 22:38.
Trains from Nuremberg to Chemnitz run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nuremberg to Chemnitz.
There is no night train service from Nuremberg to Chemnitz.
The train station in Nuremberg that goes to Chemnitz is Nuremberg Hbf, and it arrives at Chemnitz Hbf.
Booking trains from Nuremberg to Chemnitz in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Nuremberg to Chemnitz offers scenic views, including rolling hills, picturesque countryside, and charming small towns, providing a pleasant travel experience.
Yes, you can take the train from Nuremberg to Chemnitz.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nuremberg and Chemnitz

Most Nuremberg to Chemnitz trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Chemnitz Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Chemnitz Omnibusbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Chemnitz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Nuremberg
Arrival train stations in Chemnitz

Which Nuremberg station do trains to Chemnitz leave from?

Trains from Nuremberg to Chemnitz leave from Nürnberg Hbf. The station is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre at Bahnhofsplatz 9, 90443 Nuremberg, Germany.
Nürnberg HbfBahnhofsplatz 9, 90443 Nuremberg, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Nürnberg Hbf from Nuremberg city centre

Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN12, N11 · 11m · £3
SubwayU1 · 2m · £3 · every ~24 min

Nürnberg Hbf train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

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].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.

Nürnberg FlughafenFlughafenstraße 100, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany+49 911 93700WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Nürnberg Flughafen from Nuremberg city centre

Nürnberg Flughafen is 5 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN12 · 17m · £4
SubwayU2 · 11m · £3 · every ~14 min

Nürnberg Flughafen train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Terminal90, Mövenpick Restaurant

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Information desks are located in the main terminal.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport, Hotel Alpha, Hotel Marienbad.

Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-PlatzBahnhofspl., 90443 Nürnberg, GermanyAccessibility
City-centre transport

Getting to Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz from Nuremberg city centre

Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN12, N11 · 13m · £3
Tram10, 6 · 20m · £3 · every ~22 min

Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz train station facilities and services

Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz.

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