- Must visit
Albrecht-Dürer-Haus
Museum in Albrecht Dürer’s former house, presenting his life, prints and the world of Renaissance Nuremberg.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£50
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 15 m
Trains on 17 Sept
11
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ulm to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulm to Nuremberg will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
To travel from Ulm to Nuremberg you need to make at least one change.
ICE 619 · 59116
ICE 913 · ICE 788
ICE 117 · ICE 1508
19463 · 88617+
26528
ICE 911 · 59122
ICE 619 · 59116
22908 · IC 2067
ICE 117 · ICE 1508
ICE 1091 · ICE 1600
ICE 267 · 57026 · 59092Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Nuremberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 141 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ulm to Nuremberg:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulm to Nuremberg costing on average £26.
Other travel options to Nuremberg take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 10m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (2h 10m by train vs 2h 19m by car). Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £23 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 Ulm to Nuremberg trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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57011 · 57008 · 59086 | 4:47 Ulm Hbf | 3h30 | 8:17 Nuremberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 991 · ICE 722 | On time 8:02 Ulm Hbf | 2h55 | 10:57 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 911 · 59122 | On time 8:28 Ulm Hbf | 2h49 | 11:17 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1091 · ICE 1600 | On time 8:55 Ulm Hbf | 2h38 | 11:33 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 511 · ICE 720 | On time 9:15 Ulm Hbf | 2h42 | 11:57 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 267 · 57026 · 59092 | On time 9:36 Ulm Hbf | 2h41 | 12:17 Nuremberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
22908 · IC 2067 | Delayed 10:02 Ulm Hbf | 2h16 | 10:30 10:30Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
19463 · 88617+ 26528 | 10:11 Ulm Hbf | 3h09 | 13:20 Nuremberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 913 · ICE 788 | On time 10:28 Ulm Hbf | 2h57 | 13:25 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 117 · ICE 1508 | On time 10:56 Ulm Hbf | 2h37 | 13:33 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Ulm to Nuremberg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 141 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 141 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:54 |
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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 Ulm 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 Ulm to Nuremberg trains use the Ulm Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Nürnberg Flughafen. Use this guide to compare Ulm and Nuremberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ulm 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: Café Schmizz, Blauflesch, Wilder Mann, Gaststuben im Zunfthaus der Schiffleute
Wi-Fi is available at Ulm Hbf. ATMs are available at Ulm Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Ulm Hbf. Information desks are available at Ulm Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Ulm Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ulm Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ulm Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ulm Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Neuthor, Bäumle, InterCityHotel Ulm, Lehrertal Garni.
Ulm Ost 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: Bodhi, Schwarze Henne, Café Schmizz, Kornhäusle
Wi-Fi is available at Ulm Ost. ATMs are available at Ulm Ost.
Ticket office support is available at Ulm Ost. Information desks are available at Ulm Ost.
Luggage storage is available at Ulm Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ulm Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ulm Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ulm Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Neuthor, Hotel Comfor, Bäumle, Stern.
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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