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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Bahnhofstraße, 11 | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Bahnhofstraße, 11 | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Bahnhofstraße, 11 | No tags | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Bahnhofstraße, 11 | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Bahnhofstraße, 11 | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Nuremberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Nuremberg. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Nuremberg?
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Nuremberg
- ABahnhofstraße, 11, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany
- B
Bahnhofstraße, 87
Bahnhofstraße 87, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany - C
Schlachthofstraße 11
Schlachthofstraße 11, 90439 Nürnberg, Germany - D
Breslauer Str. 304
Breslauer Str. 304, 90471 Nürnberg, Germany - E
Frankenschnellweg
Frankenschnellweg, 90439 Nürnberg, Germany - F
Nürnberg Rennweg
Rennweg, 90489 Nürnberg, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Nuremberg by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Nuremberg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Nuremberg start from $42. The average price for this route is around $56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Nuremberg?
The average bus travel time from Essen to Nuremberg is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 365 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Nuremberg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Essen to Nuremberg?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Nuremberg at 6:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Nuremberg?
A bus trip from Essen to Nuremberg generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Essen to Nuremberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11239 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Nuremberg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Essen to Nuremberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Nuremberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Nuremberg was searched and found on Dec 27, 2025 with a price of $71To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Nuremberg, as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Nuremberg?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
