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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Essen
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
4 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Essen will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Of the 5 trains that leave Nuremberg for Essen every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 364 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 41 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 72012:004h02Nuremberg Hbf16:02Essen Hbf£641One-way0 changes- ICE 628 · ICE 64313:004h18Nuremberg Hbf17:18Essen Hbf£641One-way1 change
- ICE 28 · ICE 10613:324h26Nuremberg Hbf17:58Essen Hbf£781One-way1 change
- ICE 28 · ICE 788 · ICE 154413:325h41Nuremberg Hbf19:13Essen Hbf£781One-way2 changes
- ICE 680 · IC 2440 · ICE 20312:315h27Nuremberg Hbf17:58Essen Hbf£781One-way2 changes
- ICE 72012:004h02Nuremberg Hbf16:02Essen Hbf£641One-way0 changes
- ICE 628 · ICE 64313:004h18Nuremberg Hbf17:18Essen Hbf£641One-way1 change
- ICE 28 · ICE 10613:324h26Nuremberg Hbf17:58Essen Hbf£781One-way1 change
- ICE 680 · IC 2440 · ICE 20312:315h27Nuremberg Hbf17:58Essen Hbf£781One-way2 changes
- ICE 28 · ICE 788 · ICE 154413:325h41Nuremberg Hbf19:13Essen Hbf£781One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Nuremberg to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. 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 £19, and a flight costs an average of £168.
Distance: 364 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£86 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £396 Average Price |
4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nuremberg to Essen train times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Essen trains for tomorrow, Thursday 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 720 | On time 12:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h02 | 16:02 Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 680 · IC 2440 · ICE 203 | On time 12:31 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h27 | 17:58 Essen Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 628 · ICE 643 | On time 13:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h18 | 17:18 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 28 · ICE 106 | On time 13:32 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h26 | 17:58 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 28 · ICE 788 · ICE 1544 | On time 13:32 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h41 | 19:13 Essen Hbf | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Essen
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Trains from Nuremberg to Essen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 364 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 364 km |
Average train duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Nuremberg to Essen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Nuremberg and Essen from £19. 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Nuremberg to Essen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg to Essen 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 Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nuremberg and Essen
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Sushi glas
- Afterwork
- Mike's Bar & Restaurant
- Museumscafé Arte
- Motel One Nürnberg-Plärrer
- Art-Hotel City
- Gasthof Schwänlein
- Hotel Keiml
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Flughafenstraße.
- Terminal90
- Mövenpick Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel Marienbad
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Sixt
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, check-in counters, and baggage claim
- Hall 2: security and departure gates
- Hall 3: arrivals and car rental services
- Metro: U2
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Haus Gantenberg
- Wolperding
- Athena
- Porky Grill
- Alte Lohnhalle
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Haus Wilmes
- Mana Mana
- Karawane
- Webers
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