The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Nuremberg
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€45
Fastest journey
1 h 11 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Trains per day
37
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 €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 37 trains that leave Munich for Nuremberg on Mon, Feb 16, 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Feb 16 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
On Mon, Feb 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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 904
ICE 1080
ICE 504
4046
4044
ICE 526
ICE 682
ICE 624
ICE 1600
ICE 722Travel 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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€22 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest | €476 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 45m Average total duration 3h 45m 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 today, Sunday, February 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 784 | On time 3:06 PM Munich Hbf | 1h19 | 4:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1504 | On time 3:21 PM Munich Hbf | 1h12 | 4:33 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 526 | On time 4:46 PM Munich Hbf | 1h11 | 5:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 782 | On time 5:11 PM Munich Hbf | 1h14 | 6:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1502 | On time 5:20 PM Munich Hbf | 1h13 | 6:33 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 524 | On time 5:44 PM Munich Hbf | 1h13 | 6:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 500 | On time 5:46 PM Munich Hbf | 1h15 | 7:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 522 | On time 6:45 PM Munich Hbf | 1h12 | 7:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 780 | On time 7:05 PM Munich Hbf | 1h19 | 8:24 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1500 | On time 7:21 PM Munich Hbf | 1h12 | 8:33 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 520 | On time 7:45 PM Munich Hbf | 1h12 | 8:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 908 | On time 7:49 PM Munich Hbf | 1h13 | 9:02 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1080 | On time 9:52 PM Munich Hbf | 1h21 | 11:13 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4046 | 10:06 PM Munich Hbf | 1h36 | 11:42 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 904 | On time 10:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1h59 | 12:11 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
59170 · 59140 | 11:30 PM Munich Hbf | 5h16 | 4:46 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, February 16 | |||||
ICE 822 | On time 3:41 AM Munich Hbf | 1h16 | 4:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 686 | On time 4:11 AM Munich Hbf | 1h16 | 5:27 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1104 | On time 4:17 AM Munich Hbf | 1h15 | 5:32 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 820 | On time 4:44 AM Munich Hbf | 1h12 | 5:56 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 684 | On time 6:12 AM Munich Hbf | 1h14 | 7:26 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1102 | On time 6:17 AM Munich Hbf | 1h15 | 7:32 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 726 | On time 6:42 AM Munich Hbf | 1h15 | 7:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1602 | On time 7:21 AM Munich Hbf | 1h12 | 8:33 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 682 | On time 8:12 AM Munich Hbf | 1h11 | 9:23 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1100 | On time 8:19 AM Munich Hbf | 1h14 | 9:33 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 722 | On time 8:46 AM Munich Hbf | 1h11 | 9:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1600 | On time 9:22 AM Munich Hbf | 1h11 | 10:33 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 628 | On time 10:45 AM Munich Hbf | 1h12 | 11:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1508 | On time 11:21 AM Munich Hbf | 1h12 | 12:33 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 626 | On time 11:45 AM Munich Hbf | 1h12 | 12:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 506 | On time 11:48 AM Munich Hbf | 1h14 | 1:02 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 624 | On time 12:45 PM Munich Hbf | 1h11 | 1:56 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1506 | On time 1:21 PM Munich Hbf | 1h12 | 2:33 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 622 | On time 1:45 PM Munich Hbf | 1h12 | 2:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 504 | On time 1:48 PM Munich Hbf | 1h14 | 3:02 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 620 | 2:45 PM Munich Hbf | 1h12 | 3:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Nuremberg
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 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Alex, Österreichische Bundesbahnen from Munich to Nuremberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Alex, 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
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
- 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.
- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Lenz
- Das Bad
- Subway
- Theresienhöhe
- Hotel Schweiz
- Hotel Uhland
- Germania
- Ratskeller
- Klenze 17
- Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
- Burger King
- Unsöld's Factory Hotel
- Hotel Domus
- Hotel Mercure München Altstadt
- Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude
- 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.
- 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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