How to Get to Nuremberg: Flights, Airport and Transport

How to get to Nuremberg from Brazil

The most common way to reach Nuremberg is by plane, connecting through major European hubs. There are no direct flights from Brazil, so connections through Frankfurt, Lisbon, Paris or Amsterdam are typical.

Public transport

Nuremberg has a good public transport system connecting the main tourist attractions. Metro, bus and tram are practical options for getting around the city.

How to get around Nuremberg

Nuremberg has an efficient, clean, and integrated public transport system, mainly operated by VGN (Verkehrsverbund Großraum Nürnberg). The network includes the subway (U-Bahn), suburban trains (S-Bahn), trams (Straßenbahn), and buses, all running with good frequency and punctuality.

Fares and tickets

Tickets are valid for all VGN public transport modes and can be purchased at ticket machines, via apps, or at station counters. To check the latest prices, it is recommended to consult the official VGN website.

Single tickets

• Short-distance ticket (Kurzstrecke): Valid for up to 4 stations on the U-Bahn or S-Bahn. Costs about €2.60.
• Single ticket (Einzelfahrkarte): Valid for 90 minutes within the purchased zone. A ticket for Nuremberg’s central zone costs approximately €3.65.

Day and group tickets

• Individual day ticket (TagesTicket Solo): Allows unlimited travel for one day within the central zone. Costs about €10.60.
• Group day ticket (TagesTicket Plus): Valid for up to 6 people traveling together for one day. Costs approximately €15.50.

Weekly tickets

• Weekly ticket (Wochenkarte): Valid for 7 consecutive days. The price depends on the zones, but for Nuremberg’s central zone, it costs around €21.00.

Deutschland-Ticket

An excellent option for those staying longer in Germany is the Deutschland-Ticket, which costs approximately €63 per month. It allows unlimited travel on all regional and urban transport across the country, including Nuremberg’s entire system (S-Bahn, U-Bahn, buses, and trams). It is a monthly subscription that can be canceled at any time. It can be purchased via the VGN app or here.