The cheapest and fastest buses from Essen to Nuremberg
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
7 h 25 m
Average duration
7 h 46 m
Buses per day
6
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 €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 6 buses that leave Essen for Nuremberg on Wed, Nov 26, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct buses cover the 364 km distance in an average of 7 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 25 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest buses will take 8 h 25 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.
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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 €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 10m. 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 flight costs an average of €303.
Distance: 364 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€31 Average price Cheapest | €97 Average price | €427 Average price |
7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m 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 today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:15 PM Essen | 9h55 | 6:10 AM Nuremberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 26 | |||||
FlixBus | 5:20 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h25 | 1:45 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 7h25 | 3:05 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 7h30 | 3:35 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Essen to Nuremberg
Buses from Essen to Nuremberg run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 364 km distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 364 km |
Average bus duration 6h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 7h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Essen to NurembergYou can travel by bus between Essen to Nuremberg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus 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 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 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.
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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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