The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Nuremberg
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Nuremberg will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $42.
To travel from Salzburg to Nuremberg you need to make at least one change.
RJX 262 · ICE 626
RJX 260 · ICE 1224
BRB 79016+
ICE 880
BRB 79022+
ICE 788
ICE 114 · ICE 706
RJX 262 · ICE 626
RJX 260 · ICE 1224
EC 218 · ICE 1004
ICE 114 · ICE 706
ICE 1290 · ICE 800Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Salzburg to Nuremberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Nuremberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $193.
Distance: 234 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$76 Average Price | $30 Average Price Cheapest | $678 Average Price |
4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Nuremberg train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1290 · ICE 800 | On time 7:00 am Salzburg Hbf | 3h03 | 10:03 am Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
BRB 79016+ ICE 880 | On time 7:05 am Salzburg Hbf | 3h25 | 10:30 am Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 260 · ICE 1224 | On time 8:00 am Salzburg Hbf | 2h53 | 10:53 am Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
BRB 79020+ ICE 538 | On time 8:05 am Salzburg Hbf | 3h25 | 11:30 am Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 218 · ICE 1004 | On time 9:00 am Salzburg Hbf | 2h59 | 11:59 am Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
BRB 79022+ ICE 788 | On time 9:05 am Salzburg Hbf | 3h25 | 12:30 pm Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 262 · ICE 626 | On time 10:00 am Salzburg Hbf | 2h53 | 12:53 pm Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
BRB 79024+ ICE 536 | On time 10:08 am Salzburg Hbf | 3h23 | 1:31 pm Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 114 · ICE 706 | On time 11:00 am Salzburg Hbf | 3h02 | 2:02 pm Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Nuremberg
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB Nightjet, Westbahn from Salzburg to Nuremberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB Nightjet, Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg and Nuremberg from $18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB Nightjet
Westbahn
Bayerische Regiobahn
FAQs: Salzburg to Nuremberg train

Passengers board the train most frequently from Salzburg Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Nuremberg Hbf, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Nuremberg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
- Hotel Villa Carlton
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and S-Bahn platforms
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
- Burger King
- Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
- Coffee Fellows
- Dallmayr Cafebar
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Sportsbar
- Istanbul Döner
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- IntercityHotel Nuremberg
- Park Plaza Nuremberg
- Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
- Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
- Pizza Pasta da Marcel
- Madame Bui
- Gaststätte Loy
- Ristorantino Gismondi
- Park-Hotel Laufamholz
- Subway
- Der Beck
- Cala Luna
- Özcan Döner
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Flughafenstraße.
- Terminal90
- Mövenpick Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel Marienbad
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Sixt
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, check-in counters, and baggage claim
- Hall 2: security and departure gates
- Hall 3: arrivals and car rental services
- Metro: U2
- Bus: Several lines available
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