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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Hbf | Nuremberg Central Train Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Nuremberg Central Train Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Nuremberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Nuremberg Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
National Express + DB Fernverkehr | Train | Hbf | Nuremberg Central Train Station | No tags |
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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Nuremberg?
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Nuremberg
- A
Bahnhofstraße, 11
Bahnhofstraße, 11, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany - B
Nürnberg Nordostbf.
Nürnberg Nordost, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany - C
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz, 90489 Nürnberg, Germany - D
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf, 90453 Nürnberg, Germany - E
Nürnberg Ziegelstein
Nürnberg Ziegelstein, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany - F
Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.
Rothenburger Str., 90439 Nürnberg, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Nuremberg by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Nuremberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Nuremberg start from CA$34. The average price for this train route is around CA$128. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Nuremberg?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Nuremberg is 3h 41m, covering a distance of 209 miles (337 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 13m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Nuremberg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 36 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Nuremberg?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Nuremberg at 6:31am. And the latest train departs at 9:41pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Nuremberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Nuremberg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Nuremberg?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Nuremberg?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Nuremberg was searched and found on Jun 24, 2026 with a price of CA$51To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Nuremberg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CA$51 to CA$398 for a train ticket from Cologne to Nuremberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CA$51 which is on 2026-06-24.
