Route guide

Nuremberg → Tallinn

1414 km · Germany to Estonia · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €44+ by bus

How to travel from Nuremberg to Tallinn

There are 4 ways to travel between Nuremberg and Tallinn — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€100–294

Duration: 11h 47m

via Deutsche Bahn (ICE), Elron

~20 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€44–119

Duration: 20h 12m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~40 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€92–290

Duration: 4h 23m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings

~221 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€170–311

Duration: 15h 42m

~240 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Nuremberg and Tallinn highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1414 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Germany into Estonia. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Nuremberg to Tallinn — every option in detail

Nuremberg to Tallinn by train

Trains link Nuremberg (Germany) and Tallinn (Estonia) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 11h 47m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Deutsche Bahn (ICE), Elron.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €100 to €294. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 20 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 221 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~201 kg on this distance.

Nuremberg to Tallinn by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Nuremberg and Tallinn with a typical journey of 20h 12m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €44 when booked in advance, rising to €119 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Nuremberg to Tallinn by flight

Flights between Nuremberg and Tallinn take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 23m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings.

Typical fare range is €92–290. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 221 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Nuremberg to Tallinn by car

The driving distance from Nuremberg to Tallinn is approximately 1626 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 15h 42m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €170–311 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Germany–Estonia border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 240 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Nuremberg and Tallinn is approximately 1414 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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