The average train between Nuremberg and Esslingen takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Nuremberg to Esslingen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Nuremberg and Esslingen. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nuremberg is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Esslingen at 4:53 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 44m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Nuremberg to Esslingen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Nuremberg to Esslingen. However, there are services departing from Nuremberg station and arriving at Esslingen station via Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Nuremberg to Esslingen train services, operated by Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH, depart from Nuernberg Hbf station.
Nuremberg to Esslingen train services, operated by Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH, arrive at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt station.
Book your Nuremberg to Esslingen train tickets online with Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH, Arverio Baden-Württemberg and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Nuremberg and Esslingen is 151.6 km. The road distance is 194 km.
Arverio Baden-Württemberg operates a train from Nuernberg Hbf to Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt hourly. Tickets cost €28–55 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH also services this route every 3 hours.