The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Nuremberg
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
5 h 24 m
Average duration
5 h 28 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Nuremberg will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Zurich to Nuremberg you need to make at least one change.
IC 282 · IC 20698:375h41Zurich HB14:18Nuremberg Hbf£361One-way1 change
IC 280 · IC 216110:375h39Zurich HB16:16Nuremberg Hbf£361One-way1 change
IC 188 · IC 216312:375h41Zurich HB18:18Nuremberg Hbf£421One-way1 change
IC 186 · IC 216514:375h41Zurich HB20:18Nuremberg Hbf£421One-way1 change
IC 380 · 886199:375h43Zurich HB15:20Nuremberg Hbf£441One-way1 change
EC 99 · ICE 6249:325h24Zurich HB14:56Nuremberg Hbf£931One-way1 change
EC 191 · ICE 62011:325h25Zurich HB16:57Nuremberg Hbf£931One-way1 change
EC 193 · ICE 52613:325h25Zurich HB18:57Nuremberg Hbf£801One-way1 change
EC 195 · ICE 52215:325h25Zurich HB20:57Nuremberg Hbf£691One-way1 change
IC 280 · IC 216110:375h39Zurich HB16:16Nuremberg Hbf£361One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Nuremberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Nuremberg 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. 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 £18, and a flight costs an average of £154.
Distance: 297 km
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£76 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £604 Average Price |
5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Zurich to Nuremberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Nuremberg trains for today, Tuesday 9 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC 282 · IC 2069 | On time 8:37 Zurich HB | 5h41 | 14:18 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 99 · ICE 624 | On time 9:32 Zurich HB | 5h24 | 14:56 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 380 · 88619 | On time 9:37 Zurich HB | 5h43 | 15:20 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 280 · IC 2161 | On time 10:37 Zurich HB | 5h39 | 16:16 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 191 · ICE 620 | On time 11:32 Zurich HB | 5h25 | 16:57 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Nuremberg
Trains from Zurich to Nuremberg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 297 km distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 297 km |
Average train duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Nuremberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Nuremberg 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.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Zurich to Nuremberg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Nuremberg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
- 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.
- 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
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