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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg
Showing times and prices for Mar 15
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€85
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
191 km
Cheap tickets
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 €85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Fast trains
Of the 24 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Nuremberg on Sun, Mar 15, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 15 the direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
On Sun, Mar 15 the slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.
24319+
4647 · ICE 150308:46AM3h11
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station11:57AMNuremberg Hbf
€361One-way
2 transfers
ICE 122108:02AM2h28
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station10:30AMNuremberg Hbf
€411One-way
0 transfers
ICE 52708:41AM2h17
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station10:58AMNuremberg Hbf
€461One-way
0 transfers
ICE 2510:02AM2h28
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station12:30PMNuremberg Hbf
€461One-way
0 transfers
S8 · ICE 52708:30AM2h28
Frankfurt am Main Flughafen10:58AMNuremberg Hbf
€601One-way
1 transfer
ICE 52708:41AM2h17
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station10:58AMNuremberg Hbf
€461One-way
0 transfers
ICE 52909:41AM2h17
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station11:58AMNuremberg Hbf
€771One-way
0 transfers
ICE 62110:41AM2h17
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station12:58PMNuremberg Hbf
€771One-way
0 transfers
ICE 62311:41AM2h17
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station01:58PMNuremberg Hbf
€851One-way
0 transfers
ICE 62512:41PM2h17
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station02:58PMNuremberg Hbf
€851One-way
0 transfers
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 €11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €87.
Distance: 191 km
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2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 42m 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, Saturday, March 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 6:01 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S8 · ICE 729 | On time 6:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h28 | 8:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 729 | On time 6:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h17 | 8:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 929 | On time 7:02 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h28 | 9:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S8 · ICE 821 | On time 7:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h28 | 9:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 821 | On time 7:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h17 | 9:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S9 · ICE 1021 | On time 8:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h57 | 11:42 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 24367+ICE 1021 | On time 8:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h56 | 11:42 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S8 · 4635 · ICE 1605 | On time 9:00 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h36 | 12:36 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, March 15 | |||||
| ICE 1221 | On time 7:02 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h28 | 9:30 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 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 | |
| S9 · ICE 1557 · ICE 1503 | On time 7:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h12 | 10:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 24319+4647 · ICE 1503 | On time 7:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h11 | 10:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S8 · 4609 · ICE 785 | On time 8:00 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h25 | 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 | |
| S8 · ICE 621 | On time 9:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h28 | 11:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 621 | On time 9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h17 | 11:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S9 · ICE 1559 · ICE 1505 | On time 9:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h12 | 12:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 24325+ICE 374 · ICE 1505 | On time 9:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h11 | 12:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 24325+15517 · ICE 1559 · ICE 1505 | On time 9:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h11 | 12:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| S8 · 4613 · ICE 787 | On time 10:00 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h25 | 1:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S8 · ICE 623 | On time 10:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h28 | 12:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 623 | On time 10:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h17 | 12:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1225 | On time 11:02 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h28 | 1:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S9+24603+4615 · ICE 587 | On time 11:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h11 | 2:26 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| S8 · ICE 625 | On time 11:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h28 | 1:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 625 | On time 11:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h17 | 1:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S9 · ICE 1651 · ICE 1507 | On time 11:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h12 | 2:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 24331+ICE 372 · ICE 1507 | On time 11:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h11 | 2:57 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 627 | On time 12:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h17 | 2:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 21:02. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 2h 17m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €11
Distance 191 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 07:02 |
Last train 21:02 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €11
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Nuremberg from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 17m
Cheapest Price
€15
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 1m
Cheapest Price
€45
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
25 a day
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.
Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg can start from as little as €15 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg is €48; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg is 2h 17m to travel the 191 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg leaves at 7:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg leaves at 9:02 PM.
Yes,there are 7 direct trains a day from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) for the best way to get you to Nuremberg. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Nuremberg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Nuremberg from Frankfurt am Main Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 17m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Nuremberg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg
Frankfurt am Main
Nuremberg
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
Dining
- Burger King
- Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
- Coffee Fellows
- Dallmayr Cafebar
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Sportsbar
- Istanbul Döner
- & many more
Accessibility
- Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- IntercityHotel Nuremberg
- Park Plaza Nuremberg
- Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Nürnberg Flughafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
5 km
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Flughafenstraße.
Dining
- Terminal90
- Mövenpick Restaurant
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel Marienbad
Shower
- Cost €6
Lounge
- Located in the main terminal
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main terminal
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Sixt
Information Desk
- Located in the main terminal
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, check-in counters, and baggage claim
- Hall 2: security and departure gates
- Hall 3: arrivals and car rental services
Public transit options for Nürnberg Flughafen
- Metro: U2
- Bus: Several lines available
Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn)
Amenities at train station
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