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What is the best way to travel from Nuremberg to Cologne?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Carpool, Trains and Flights for the journey to Cologne from Nuremberg. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
3h 47m
$19
$30
120
Car
4h 0m
$26
$33
3
Flight
3h 20m
$90
$230
20

What is the cheapest way to reach Cologne from Nuremberg?

You can get to Cologne with just $19 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Saturday
from $32
Sunday
from $143
Monday
from $19
Tuesday
from $19
Wednesday
from $90
Thursday
from $26
Friday
from $29

    Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Nuremberg
    11:30 AM
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $32

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    13h 5m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    8:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $143
  • Eurowings
    25h 20m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    8:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from $149
  • Norwegian Air UK
    11h 20m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    5:20 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Norwegian Air UK
    Economy
    from $201
  • Vueling Airlines
    9h 0m
    0
    3:20 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    12:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from $211

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 47m
    0
    8:42 PM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    12:29 AM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $19
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 25m
    0
    10:38 PM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    6:03 AM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $30
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 49m
    0
    9:37 AM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    1:26 PM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 49m
    0
    9:37 AM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    3:26 PM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Eurowings
    4h 20m
    0
    5:55 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:15 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from $127
  • Pegasus Airlines
    21h 20m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    11:20 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $140
  • Sunexpress
    22h 45m
    0
    1:50 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    12:35 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Sunexpress
    Economy
    from $153
  • Lufthansa
    3h 20m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    5:45 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $275

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 7m
    0
    8:42 PM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    12:49 AM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $19
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 17m
    0
    5:05 AM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    10:22 AM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 11m
    0
    10:38 PM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    5:49 AM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $28

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Ryanair
    16h 0m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    8:45 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $90
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    20h 50m
    0
    3:25 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    12:15 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from $113
  • Eurowings
    17h 35m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    11:25 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from $120
  • Pegasus Airlines
    9h 35m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    11:35 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $134

    Cheapest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Nuremberg
    10:40 AM
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $26
  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 30m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Nuremberg
    6:30 PM
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $35
  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 40m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Nuremberg
    5:20 PM
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $39

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 23m
    0
    8:42 PM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    2:05 AM
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $29
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 10m
    0
    8:42 PM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    12:52 AM
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 45m
    0
    10:38 PM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    6:23 AM
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 39m
    0
    10:44 PM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    6:23 AM
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $34
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Buzz
    6h 15m
    0
    1:05 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    7:20 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from $176
  • Vueling Airlines
    6h 30m
    0
    4:35 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    11:05 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from $200
  • Lufthansa
    3h 35m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:10 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $240
  • Lufthansa
    8h 0m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:25 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $240

What are the fastest trips from Nuremberg to Cologne?

You can get to Cologne from Nuremberg in just 3h 20m with a Flight from Lufthansa. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 4h 0m
Sunday
from 3h 25m
Monday
from 3h 20m
Tuesday
from 4h 7m
Wednesday
from 3h 20m
Thursday
from 4h 10m
Friday
from 3h 35m

    Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Nuremberg
    11:30 AM
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $32

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Lufthansa
    3h 25m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:00 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $427
  • Cityjet
    6h 50m
    0
    10:55 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    5:45 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Cityjet
    Economy
    from $302
  • Skyscanner
    7h 20m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    11:40 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $230
  • Vueling Airlines
    9h 0m
    0
    3:20 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    12:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from $211

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Lufthansa
    3h 20m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    5:45 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $275
  • Cityjet
    3h 30m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:15 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Cityjet
    Economy
    from $317
  • Eurowings
    4h 20m
    0
    5:55 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:15 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from $127
  • Pegasus Airlines
    21h 20m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    11:20 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $140
  • Fastest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 47m
    0
    8:42 PM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    12:29 AM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $19
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 49m
    0
    9:37 AM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    1:26 PM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 49m
    0
    9:37 AM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    3:26 PM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 25m
    0
    10:38 PM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    6:03 AM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $30

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 7m
    0
    8:42 PM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    12:49 AM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $19
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 17m
    0
    5:05 AM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    10:22 AM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 11m
    0
    10:38 PM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    5:49 AM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $28

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Cityjet
    3h 20m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    5:45 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Cityjet
    Economy
    from $239
  • Lufthansa
    3h 45m
    0
    6:25 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:10 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $285
  • Ryanair
    6h 10m
    0
    3:40 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    9:50 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $156
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    6h 25m
    0
    3:25 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    9:50 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from $142

    Fastest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 10m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Nuremberg
    10:40 AM
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $26
  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 30m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Nuremberg
    6:30 PM
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $35
  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 40m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Nuremberg
    5:20 PM
    Cologne
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $39

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Lufthansa
    3h 35m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:10 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $240
  • Cityjet
    3h 40m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:25 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Cityjet
    Economy
    from $272
  • Azman Air
    4h 55m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:55 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Azman Air
    Economy
    from $409
  • Buzz
    6h 15m
    0
    1:05 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    7:20 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from $176
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 10m
    0
    8:42 PM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    12:52 AM
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 7m
    0
    5:05 AM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    10:12 AM
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $38
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 23m
    0
    8:42 PM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    2:05 AM
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $29
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 39m
    0
    10:44 PM
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    6:23 AM
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $34
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Nuremberg to Cologne

What are the most popular stations in Nuremberg and Cologne?

In Nuremberg, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station or Woehrder Wiese Bus Stop, while in Cologne you will be arriving at Central Station, Central Bus Station or Messe/Deutz Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cologne from Nuremberg? With 7 connections between 2 Carpool, Train and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Nuremberg and Cologne, you can pay as low as $19 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Lufthansa: you will get to Cologne in just 3h 20m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Nuremberg and Cologne are Deutsche Bahn, Eurowings and Lufthansa, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Nuremberg and Cologne is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Nuremberg Airport or to Huerth, and look at flights from Nuremberg Airport, and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Nuremberg to Cologne?

The most popular companies between Nuremberg and Cologne, are Deutsche Bahn, Eurowings and Lufthansa. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: Eurowings, Lufthansa, Cityjet and 11 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Nuremberg to Cologne

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Nuremberg to Cologne. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Nuremberg to Cologne

How can I reach Cologne from Nuremberg?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Carpool, Train and Flight, with which you can get to Cologne from Nuremberg.

How far is Cologne from Nuremberg?

The distance between Nuremberg and Cologne is 209.0 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Nuremberg and Cologne?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 57 kgs, and a flight 83 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Nuremberg to Cologne?

You can get to Cologne with just $19 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cologne in just 3h 20m with a Flight from Lufthansa.

More routes to Nuremberg and to Cologne

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Nuremberg and to Cologne. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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