Nuremberg to Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Road Trip Guide & Distance

40.7 miles 65.5 km · straight line
65.1 miles actual route 104.7 km · driving distance
1h 12min estimated drive time
€11 - €14 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
263° W bearing direction

How far is Nuremberg from Rothenburg ob der Tauber?

The distance from Nuremberg to Rothenburg ob der Tauber is 40.7 miles (65.5 km) as the crow flies. Rothenburg ob der Tauber is located W of Nuremberg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 65.1 miles, taking about 1h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in Germany.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Nuremberg and Rothenburg ob der Tauber. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Nuremberg to Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 12min €11 - €14 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 26min $5–$10* Budget

Quick Facts

Nuremberg
49.45°N, 11.08°E
Europe/Berlin
309m elevation
Rothenburg ob der Tauber
49.38°N, 10.18°E
Europe/Berlin
425m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 14 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 611.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM