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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Train | Nuremberg Central Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Fastest | ||||
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| Train | Nuremberg Central Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Nuremberg to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 444, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Nuremberg and Cologne?
Nuremberg
- ABahnhofstraße, 11, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany
- B
Nürnberg Nordostbf.
Nürnberg Nordost, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany - C
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz, 90489 Nürnberg, Germany - D
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf, 90453 Nürnberg, Germany - E
Nürnberg Ziegelstein
Nürnberg Ziegelstein, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany - F
Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.
Rothenburger Str., 90439 Nürnberg, Germany
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train Companies
Based on 17 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained about the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at R 397
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nuremberg to Cologne by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Nuremberg to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Nuremberg to Cologne start from R 397. The average price for this train route is around R 1 872. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nuremberg to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Nuremberg to Cologne is 3h 14m, covering a distance of 337 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 13m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Nuremberg to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 14 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nuremberg to Cologne?
The earliest train from Nuremberg to Cologne departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 22:00.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Nuremberg to Cologne was searched and found on 08 Apr 2026 with a price of R 744To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Nuremberg to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 744 to R 4 292 for a train ticket from Nuremberg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 744, which is on 2026-04-08.
