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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Nuremberg
Cheapest price
€64
Average price
€74
Fastest journey
1 h 11 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Nuremberg will cost around €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €64.
Of the 4 trains that leave Munich for Nuremberg on Thu, Apr 02, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.
ICE 7248:45 AM1h12Munich Hbf9:57 AMNuremberg Hbf€641One-way0 transfers- ICE 16028:21 AM1h12Munich Hbf9:33 AMNuremberg Hbf€751One-way0 transfers
- ICE 6829:12 AM1h11Munich Hbf10:23 AMNuremberg Hbf€791One-way0 transfers
- ICE 8828:05 AM1h20Munich Hbf9:25 AMNuremberg Hbf€791One-way0 transfers
- ICE 6829:12 AM1h11Munich Hbf10:23 AMNuremberg Hbf€791One-way0 transfers
- ICE 7248:45 AM1h12Munich Hbf9:57 AMNuremberg Hbf€641One-way0 transfers
- ICE 16028:21 AM1h12Munich Hbf9:33 AMNuremberg Hbf€751One-way0 transfers
- ICE 8828:05 AM1h20Munich Hbf9:25 AMNuremberg Hbf€791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Munich to Nuremberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Nuremberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a flight costs an average of €257.
Distance: 150 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€21 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest | €487 Average price |
2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Munich to Nuremberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Nuremberg trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| ICE 882 | On time 6:05 AM Munich Hbf | 1h20 | 7:25 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1602 | On time 6:21 AM Munich Hbf | 1h12 | 7:33 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 724 | On time 6:45 AM Munich Hbf | 1h12 | 7:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 682 | On time 7:12 AM Munich Hbf | 1h11 | 8:23 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Nuremberg
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Trains from Munich to Nuremberg run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen from Munich to Nuremberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen trains will get you between Munich and Nuremberg from €8. 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.
alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Trains from Munich to Nuremberg
Munich makes an ideal base for exploring southern Germany. One easy day trip takes you to medieval Nuremberg, which contrasts beautifully with Munich's sleek glass and steel. Trains to Nuremberg from Munich take just over an hour at the quickest, departing almost around the clock.
Which train companies travel from Munich to Nuremberg?
Direct trains from Munich to Nuremberg are all offered by Deutsche Bahn, who offer a highly frequent service. There may be one or two indirect trains per day, but their overall journey time is not much different. Bigger changes in journey time depend on the type of train that Deutsche Bahn uses. Journeys on high-speed 'ICE' trains tend to be quicker than journeys on regional 'RB' trains.
How long is the train from Munich to Nuremberg?
The train from Munich to Nuremberg takes just 1 hour 1 minute at the fastest. There are several trains which take 1 hour 5 minutes or less departing at regular intervals throughout the day. The longest journey along this route departs at around 9:30 p.m. and takes 3 hours. The majority of journeys take less than 1 hour 30 minutes.
How many trains are there from Munich to Nuremberg?
There are usually at least 55 direct trains to Nuremberg from Munich every day of the week, plus around 2-4 indirect trains. As a result, there are at least two, and up to four or five trains available every hour. Trains depart from around 4:15 a.m. at the earliest until as late as 11:00 p.m.
What is the departure and arrival station for trains from Munich to Nuremberg?
Departure train station: Munich's main train station, Munich Hauptbahnhof, is all built on one level, which makes it easy to get around with luggage. The station is centrally located, just a 16-minute walk from the city's attractions, with plenty of train and bus links to the local area. There are plenty of shops at the station itself and several restaurants nearby.
Arrival train station: Trains will arrive at Nuremberg Hauptbahnhof. Nuremberg's large main station features two levels of shops and restaurants. It's located at the edge of Nuremberg's Old Town, with many sites of interest within easy walking distance. The station is connected to the rest of the city by regional train, underground train, bus and tram links .FAQs: Trains from Munich to Nuremberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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 Munich to Nuremberg
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans
- Orexi Taverna
- Guenstigwohnen24.de
- Jagdschloss Residenz
- Hotel Miano
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Lenz
- Das Bad
- Subway
- Theresienhöhe
- Hotel Schweiz
- Hotel Uhland
- Germania
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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.
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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