The cheapest and fastest buses from Essen to Nuremberg
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€43
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Essen to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Nuremberg will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
Of the 11 buses that leave Essen for Nuremberg on Thu, May 28, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 364 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest buses will take 8 h 17 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.
FlixBus8:40 AM7h25Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)4:05 PMNürnberg, ZOB€411One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:50 AM7h30Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)7:20 PMNürnberg, ZOB€421One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:15 PM9h05Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)10:20 PMNürnberg, ZOB€421One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:00 PM7h20Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)11:20 PMNürnberg, ZOB€431One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain+
FlixBus8:03 PM8h17Essen Hbf4:20 AMNürnberg, ZOB€431One-way1 transfer
FlixBus4:00 PM7h20Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)11:20 PMNürnberg, ZOB€431One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:40 AM7h25Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)4:05 PMNürnberg, ZOB€411One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:50 AM7h30Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)7:20 PMNürnberg, ZOB€421One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain+
FlixBus8:50 PM7h40Essen Hbf4:30 AMNürnberg, ZOB€441One-way1 transfer
FlixTrain+
FlixBus8:03 PM8h17Essen Hbf4:20 AMNürnberg, ZOB€431One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Essen to Nuremberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Nuremberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 17m. 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 €20, and a flight costs an average of €205.
Distance: 364 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€33 Average price Cheapest | €102 Average price | €426 Average price |
6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Essen to Nuremberg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Nuremberg buses for tomorrow, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:20 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h25 | 2:45 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 7h25 | 4:05 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 9:04 AM Essen Hbf | 10h16 | 7:20 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 7h30 | 7:20 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 12:50 PM Essen Hbf | 9h30 | 10:20 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h05 | 10:20 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 7h20 | 11:20 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:50 PM Essen Hbf | 8h40 | 1:30 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:03 PM Essen Hbf | 8h17 | 4:20 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:03 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h17 | 4:20 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:50 PM Essen Hbf | 7h40 | 4:30 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Essen to Nuremberg
Buses from Essen to Nuremberg run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 364 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 364 km |
Average bus duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Essen to NurembergYou can travel by bus between Essen to Nuremberg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Essen to Nuremberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Essen to Nuremberg
- 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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