The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Nuremberg
Cheapest price
€51
Average price
€79
Fastest journey
5 h 11 m
Average duration
5 h 50 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
332 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Nuremberg will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Nuremberg without transferring at least once.
SBB S6+
RE 3071+
SBB S6+
RB 17789
ICE 4 · RE 15865 · RE 23417 · S 4
IC 60470 · ICE 619 · ICE 804
IC 60402 · ICE 827
ICE 272 · ICE 1021
ICE 76 · IC 2069
ICE 272 · RE 19685 · ICE 693 · ICE 1080
ICE 372 · ICE 623
ICE 372 · ICE 1223
ICE 272 · ICE 1021Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel to Nuremberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Nuremberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 59m. 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 €22, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 332 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€76 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest |
5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Nuremberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Nuremberg trains for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:13 PM Basel | 5h47 | 9:00 PM Nuremberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 27 | |||||
ICE 372 · ICE 1223 | On time 7:13 AM Basel SBB | 5h51 | 1:04 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 372 · ICE 623 | On time 7:13 AM Basel SBB | 5h51 | 1:04 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 76 · IC 2069 | On time 8:06 AM Basel SBB | 5h11 | 1:17 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Nuremberg
Trains from Basel to Nuremberg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 332 km distance in 4h 52m.
Distance 332 km |
Average train duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 52m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Basel to Nuremberg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Basel and Nuremberg from €22. 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.
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Nuremberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel 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
Popular train stations from Basel to Nuremberg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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.
- Café Blaupause
- Harput Imbiss
- Der Beck
- Pizzeria ALLAGO
- NOVINA HOTEL Wöhrdersee
- Hotel Meteor
- Best Western Hotel Nürnberg
- Hotel am Heideloffplatz
- 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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