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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Nuremberg
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
336 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Nuremberg will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 14 buses that leave Cologne for Nuremberg on Thu, Dec 25, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 25 the direct buses cover the 336 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Thu, Dec 25 the slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cologne to Nuremberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Nuremberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. 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 bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 336 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €101 Average price |
5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Nuremberg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Nuremberg buses for today, Wednesday, December 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 10:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 4h55 | 3:30 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 25 | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:15 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 5h55 | 7:10 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 6h20 | 8:10 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 6h10 | 1:45 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 6h55 | 4:30 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 6h30 | 9:20 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 5h35 | 10:20 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 5h55 | 12:30 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 6h05 | 2:05 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Nuremberg
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Buses from Cologne to Nuremberg run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 336 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 336 km |
Average bus duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to NurembergYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Nuremberg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Nuremberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Nuremberg by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nuremberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle), which is located around 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Nürnberg, ZOB, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Nuremberg
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- McDonald's (0.2 km)
- Vapiano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250 Metro: U5, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bakery (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 36, 46, 47 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2
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