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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€43
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 8 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Nuremberg on Mon, Dec 15, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 2 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €87.
Distance: 191 km
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€53 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €137 Average price |
2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg trains for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:35 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 2h21 | 5:56 PM Nuremberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:02 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 7h50 | 4:52 AM Nuremberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
| S8 · ICE 527 | On time 7:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h28 | 9:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 527 | On time 7:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h17 | 9:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S8 · 4609 · ICE 785 | On time 8:00 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h25 | 11:25 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
 15165+4609 · ICE 785 | On time 8:09 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h16 | 11:25 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S8 · ICE 529 | On time 8:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h28 | 10:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 529 | On time 8:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h17 | 10:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 25 | On time 9:02 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h28 | 11:30 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:35, the last at 21:02. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 191 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 06:35 |
Last train 21:02 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Nuremberg from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nuremberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- SportgaststätteTSV Altenfurt
- Restaurant Daucher
- Sara & Luigi
- Postkutsche
- Hotel Daucher
- Postkutsche
- Silberhorn
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Café Blaupause
- Harput Imbiss
- Der Beck
- Pizzeria ALLAGO
- NOVINA HOTEL Wöhrdersee
- Hotel Meteor
- Best Western Hotel Nürnberg
- Hotel am Heideloffplatz
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