What is the cheapest way to get from Nuremberg to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Nuremberg to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €12 - €24 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nuremberg to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Nuremberg to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs €45 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Nuremberg and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nuremberg and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate Wednesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Nuremberg and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nürnberg Hbf and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Nuremberg to Cologne?

The distance between Nuremberg and Cologne is 402 km. The road distance is 404.2 km.

How do I travel from Nuremberg to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Nuremberg to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs €45 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Nuremberg to Cologne?

The train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf takes 3h 14m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Nuremberg to Cologne bus from?

Nuremberg to Cologne bus services, operated by SARVALTEH AUTO, depart from Nuremberg station.

Where do I catch the Nuremberg to Cologne train from?

Nuremberg to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Nürnberg Hbf station.

Train or bus from Nuremberg to Cologne?

The best way to get from Nuremberg to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs €45 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Nuremberg to Cologne bus arrive?

Nuremberg to Cologne bus services, operated by SARVALTEH AUTO, arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Where does the Nuremberg to Cologne train arrive?

Nuremberg to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Nuremberg to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Nuremberg to Cologne is 404 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Nuremberg to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Nuremberg to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1750+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Nuremberg to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Nuremberg and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Nuremberg to Cologne - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Nuremberg to Cologne by train, bus, night train, car, rideshare, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf41 / ...
3h 14m
€45–120
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Nuremberg to Cologne404.2 km
4h 30m
€12–24
Bus via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf
1. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Cologne Airport CGNN280 / ...
6h 14m
€24–34
Night train
1. Take the night train from Nuernberg Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12Nj
4h 57m
€40–262
Drive 404.2 km
1. Drive from Nuremberg to Cologne404.2 km
3h 38m
€57–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nuremberg to Köln Hbf
6h 17m
Fly Nuremberg Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)NUE - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
5h 10m
€114–346
Fly Nuremberg Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Frankfurt (FRA)NUE - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
3h 17m
€102–263
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to München Hbf
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)MUC - CGN
4h 36m
€108–329
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)FRA - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
4h 59m
€118–273
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to München Hbf
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)MUC - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
5h 17m
€121–353

Nuremberg to Cologne by train

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3h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 402.2 km
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Nuremberg, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf hourly. Tickets cost €45–120 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Cologne Airport CGN hourly. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 5h 45m. Two other operators also service this route.

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