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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains, Flights and Carpool for the journey to Essen 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
Bus
7h 20m
£18
£22
6
Train
5h 26m
£15
£23
98
Flight
3h 15m
£65
£166
19

What is the cheapest way to reach Essen from Nuremberg?

You can get to Essen with just £15 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.

today
from £21
tomorrow
from £23
Monday
from £15
Tuesday
from £15
Wednesday
Thursday
from £15
Friday

    Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    10:25
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    19:50
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    05:05
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    12:50
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    10:45
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    19:20
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • Cheapest Trains today

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 36m
    0
    17:31
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    23:07
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 4m
    0
    20:58
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    03:02
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £30
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 20m
    0
    22:38
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    06:58
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31
  • Cheapest Flights today

  • LC Perú
    23h 40m
    0
    09:10
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    08:50
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £104
  • Wizz Air
    15h 50m
    0
    16:55
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    08:45
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £113
  • Cityjet
    3h 30m
    0
    18:45
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    22:15
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Cityjet
    Economy
    from £188

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    05:05
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    12:50
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    7h 20m
    0
    00:05
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    07:25
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    10:25
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    19:50
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • Cheapest Trains tomorrow

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 4m
    0
    20:58
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    03:02
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 18m
    0
    00:17
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    09:35
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £32
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 30m
    0
    05:28
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    10:58
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £37
  • Cheapest Flights tomorrow

  • Ryanair
    23h 5m
    0
    16:20
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    15:25
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £102
  • Pegasus Airlines
    21h 40m
    0
    14:00
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    11:40
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £203
  • Wizz Air
    12h 0m
    0
    21:05
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    09:05
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £213

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 28m
    0
    15:30
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    20:58
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 28m
    0
    19:30
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    00:58
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 50m
    0
    00:17
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    08:07
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    05:05
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    12:50
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    10:45
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    19:20
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    8h 15m
    0
    15:25
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    23:40
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    11h 15m
    0
    23:10
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:25
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £84
  • Ryanair
    7h 40m
    0
    14:10
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    21:50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £99
  • Eurowings
    11h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    18:00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £108

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 30m
    0
    05:28
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    10:58
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 28m
    0
    15:30
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    20:58
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 28m
    0
    19:30
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    00:58
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • LC Perú
    23h 40m
    0
    09:10
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    08:50
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £72
  • Vueling Airlines
    17h 50m
    0
    14:40
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    08:30
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £95
  • Pegasus Airlines
    23h 15m
    0
    14:00
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    13:15
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £119

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 30m
    0
    05:27
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    10:57
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 26m
    0
    06:32
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    11:58
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £17
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 50m
    0
    00:17
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    08:07
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    05:05
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    12:50
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    10:25
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    19:50
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    10:45
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    19:20
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • LC Perú
    23h 40m
    0
    09:10
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    08:50
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £65
  • LC Perú
    17h 55m
    0
    20:15
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    14:10
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £95
  • LC Perú
    12h 25m
    0
    20:15
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    08:40
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £103

What are the fastest trips from Nuremberg to Essen?

You can get to Essen from Nuremberg in just 3h 15m with a Flight from Cityjet. 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.

today
from 3h 30m
tomorrow
from 5h 30m
Monday
from 3h 45m
Tuesday
from 3h 15m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 3h 20m
Friday

    Fastest Flights today

  • Cityjet
    3h 30m
    0
    18:45
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    22:15
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Cityjet
    Economy
    from £188
  • KLM Cityhopper
    3h 50m
    0
    10:05
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    13:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £324
  • Azman Air
    4h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Azman Air
    Economy
    from £324
  • Fastest Trains today

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 30m
    0
    05:28
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    10:58
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 36m
    0
    17:31
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    23:07
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 4m
    0
    20:58
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    03:02
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £30
  • Fastest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    05:05
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    12:50
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    8h 15m
    0
    15:25
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    23:40
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    8h 30m
    0
    21:55
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    06:25
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32

    Fastest Trains tomorrow

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 30m
    0
    05:28
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    10:58
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £37
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 34m
    0
    07:33
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    13:07
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £39
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 4m
    0
    20:58
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    03:02
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    7h 20m
    0
    00:05
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    07:25
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    05:05
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    12:50
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    8h 15m
    0
    15:25
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    23:40
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • Fastest Flights tomorrow

  • Wizz Air
    12h 0m
    0
    21:05
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    09:05
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £213
  • Pegasus Airlines
    21h 40m
    0
    14:00
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    11:40
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £203
  • Lufthansa
    22h 20m
    0
    11:45
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:05
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from £297

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Azman Air
    3h 45m
    0
    14:10
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    17:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Azman Air
    Economy
    from £133
  • Azman Air
    4h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Azman Air
    Economy
    from £133
  • Ryanair
    7h 40m
    0
    14:10
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    21:50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £99
  • Fastest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 28m
    0
    15:30
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    20:58
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 28m
    0
    19:30
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    00:58
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 35m
    0
    05:32
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    11:07
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    7h 20m
    0
    00:05
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    07:25
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    05:05
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    12:50
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    8h 15m
    0
    15:25
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    23:40
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Cityjet
    3h 15m
    0
    18:45
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    22:00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Cityjet
    Economy
    from £193
  • Lufthansa
    7h 35m
    0
    14:25
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    22:00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from £193
  • Wizz Air
    9h 35m
    0
    23:15
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    08:50
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £169
  • Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 26m
    0
    06:32
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    11:58
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £17
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 28m
    0
    15:30
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    20:58
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 28m
    0
    19:30
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    00:58
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Lufthansa
    3h 20m
    0
    14:25
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    17:45
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from £166
  • Lufthansa
    3h 35m
    0
    06:25
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from £165
  • Azman Air
    3h 50m
    0
    10:05
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    13:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Azman Air
    Economy
    from £169
  • Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 26m
    0
    06:32
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    11:58
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £17
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 30m
    0
    05:27
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    10:57
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 35m
    0
    05:32
    Nuremberg
    Central Station
    11:07
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    05:05
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    12:50
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    8h 15m
    0
    15:25
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    23:40
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    8h 30m
    0
    21:55
    Nuremberg
    Central Coach Station
    06:25
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Nuremberg to Essen

What are the most popular stations in Nuremberg and Essen?

In Nuremberg, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Coach Station or Woehrder Wiese Bus Stop, while in Essen you will be arriving at Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, 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 Essen from Nuremberg? With 16 connections between 2 Bus, Train, Flight and Car 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 Essen, you can pay as low as £15 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 Cityjet: you will get to Essen in just 3h 15m.

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 Essen are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus 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 Essen 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 Gelsenkirchen, 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 Essen?

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

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: Lufthansa, Azman Air, Pegasus Airlines and 8 more.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Nuremberg to Essen. 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 Essen

How can I reach Essen from Nuremberg?

Every day, there are on average 16 connections between Bus, Train, Flight and Car, with which you can get to Essen from Nuremberg.

How far is Essen from Nuremberg?

The distance between Nuremberg and Essen is 363.8 km.

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

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 10 kgs of CO2, a train 13 kgs, a car 62 kgs, and a flight 89 kgs.

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

You can get to Essen with just £15 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

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

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 Essen in just 3h 15m with a Flight from Cityjet.

More routes to Nuremberg and to Essen

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

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