The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Nuremberg
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Nuremberg will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
It's difficult to get from Salzburg to Nuremberg without transferring at least once.
IC 407 · ICE 720
ICE 210 · ICE 628
27970+
79020+
ICE 680
EC 212 · ICE 722
ICE 210 · ICE 628
EC 212 · ICE 722
27970+
79020+
ICE 680
IC 407 · ICE 720Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Salzburg to Nuremberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Nuremberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €158.
Distance: 234 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€62 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest | €554 Average price |
4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg 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
Salzburg to Nuremberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Nuremberg trains for today, Monday, January 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 212 · ICE 722 | On time 7:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h57 | 9:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
27970+ 79020+ ICE 680 | On time 8:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h20 | 11:28 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 210 · ICE 628 | On time 9:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h57 | 11:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Nuremberg
Trains from Salzburg to Nuremberg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB Nightjet, Westbahn from Salzburg to Nuremberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB Nightjet, Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg and Nuremberg from €15. 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.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB Nightjet
Westbahn
Bayerische Regiobahn
FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Nuremberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Salzburg Hbf, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Nuremberg Hbf, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg to Nuremberg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and S-Bahn platforms
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- 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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