1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£75
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£75
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 45 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
341 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Herford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Herford will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Nuremberg to Herford, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 341 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 45 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.


Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Herford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, while a train costs an average of £73.
Distance: 341 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£73 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 32m Average total duration 10h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nuremberg to Herford:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Herford costing on average £73.
Other travel options to Herford take longer:
Coach takes on average 10h 2m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (4h 40m by train vs 4h 48m by car). Tickets start at around £73 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Herford trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:17 Nuremberg | 6h14 | 4:31 Herford | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 5:31 Nuremberg | 4h45 | 10:16 Herford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Nuremberg to Herford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 341 km distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 341 km |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 0:40 |
Last train 22:41 |
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Discover the best of Herford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Herford trip today.
Contemporary art museum in a landmark building by Frank Gehry, showing changing exhibitions and modern art in a distinctive setting.
Local history museum covering Herford’s urban past, daily life and regional culture through artefacts and changing displays.
Museum focused on Daniel Pöppelmann and local history, housed in a former monastery complex with displays on architecture and the city.
Central square framed by historic buildings, shops and civic life. A practical starting point for exploring Herford on foot.
Green riverside park near the centre with paths, lawns and event space. Good for a relaxed walk between cultural sights.
Compact old-town area with churches, historic streets and small squares. It is ideal for a self-guided walk through Herford’s past.
A hearty Westphalian lentil soup, often cooked with vegetables and sausage. It is a long-standing regional comfort dish in East Westphalia.
Traditional Westphalian ham cured and air-dried for a robust smoky flavour. It is one of the region’s best-known specialities.
A rustic rye bread from Westphalia, baked slowly for a dense texture and mild sweetness. It is a staple across the region, including Herford.
Stylish restaurant and hotel dining room with modern European cooking, suitable for a more refined meal in Herford.
Traditional German restaurant in Herford with hearty regional dishes, seasonal specials and a warm, classic atmosphere.
Well-known local venue serving German and Central European dishes in a relaxed setting near the historic centre.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels, meals and local transport are usually reasonable, with lower tourist prices than major cities such as Berlin, Munich or Hamburg.
Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is normal.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg to Herford 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 Herford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nuremberg to Herford trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Herford station pair. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Herford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Herford 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: Cxielo, Trattoria Il Baffino, Die Knolle, Rancho Grande
Wi-Fi is available at Herford. ATMs are available at Herford.
Ticket office support is available at Herford. Information desks are available at Herford.
Luggage storage is available at Herford. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Herford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Herford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Herford.
Nearby hotels include Aappartel, Hotel Hansa, Apart GO 25.
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