The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
€74
Average price
€77
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €74.
Of the 10 trains that leave Nuremberg for Frankfurt am Main on Fri, Nov 21, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 21 the direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
On Fri, Nov 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €89.
Distance: 187 km
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€56 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €145 Average price |
2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 728 | On time 6:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h23 | 9:20 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 728 | On time 6:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h07 | 9:04 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 726 | On time 7:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h22 | 10:20 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 726 | On time 7:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h06 | 10:04 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 928 | On time 8:29 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h07 | 10:36 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 928 · S 8 | On time 8:29 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h30 | 10:59 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 724 | On time 8:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h25 | 11:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 724 | On time 8:57 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h07 | 11:04 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 722 | On time 9:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h06 | 12:04 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 722 | On time 9:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h22 | 12:20 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main
Trains from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 187 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 187 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Nuremberg and Frankfurt am Main from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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 Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Nuremberg Hbf, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Frankfurt am Main Flughafen, located 9.2 miles (14.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main
- 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.
- SportgaststätteTSV Altenfurt
- Restaurant Daucher
- Sara & Luigi
- Postkutsche
- Hotel Daucher
- Postkutsche
- Silberhorn
- Zum Rednitzgrund
- Ristorante Pizzeria Roma
- Olympiagarten
- Radlerstube
- Café Blaupause
- Harput Imbiss
- Der Beck
- Pizzeria ALLAGO
- NOVINA HOTEL Wöhrdersee
- Hotel Meteor
- Best Western Hotel Nürnberg
- Hotel am Heideloffplatz
- Tante Noris am See
- La Palermo
- Hashi
- Osteria Elisa
- Mylos
- Indian Palace
- Bella Vista
- Bamboo Garden
- Hotel Erlenstegen
- Hayat's
- Der Beck
- Asia Cook
- Endressche Gaststätte
- Jägerheim
- Mylos
- Indian Palace
- Bella Vista
- Bamboo Garden
- Gasthaus Zeppelinfeld
- Der Beck
- Asia Cook
- Parkcafe August Meier
- Gasthof Drexler
- Pizzeria Stern
- Ripassi
- Everest
- Pension Drexler
- Pizzeria ALLAGO
- La Palermo
- Hayat's
- Mc. Döner & Pizza
- Tokus
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Flughafenstraße.
- Terminal90
- Mövenpick Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel Marienbad
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Sixt
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, check-in counters, and baggage claim
- Hall 2: security and departure gates
- Hall 3: arrivals and car rental services
- Metro: U2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- Wunderbar
- Pizza Ciro
- Schiffsmeldestelle
- Mainod
- Lindner Congress Hotel Frankfurt
- Parkside Hotel
- Höchster Hof
- Hotel am Schloss
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- GIOIA
- Fleischeslust
- Hotel am Berg
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- Döpfner's im Maingau
- Hiroshi
- Genießertreff
- Urfa
- Pizzeria Charly Braun
- 25h
- Admiral Hotel
- Alexander am Zoo
- Hotel am Zoo
- VierF
- Lindner Hotel & Sports Academy
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Imperial
- Sophien Hotel
- Hotel Isha
- Pizzeria Da Angelo
- Miro Pizza Döner
- Pizzeria Sun
- My Masala
- Blackbox Burger
- Da Cimino
- Tandori Taste
- Amalfi
- Hotel Essential by Dorint
- Niederräder Hof
- Hotel Niederrad
- McDonald's
- Rama V
- Curry Club
- Bella Mia
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- NH Collection Frankfurt City
- Mainhaus Stadthotel
- Hotel Ritter
- Chipotle
- McDonald's
- Estragon
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
- Hilton Frankfurt City Centre
- Hotel Villa Orange
- Chipotle
- McDonald's
- Pizzeria San Marco
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
- Hilton Frankfurt City Centre
- NH Collection Frankfurt City
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Sissi und Franz
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Hotel West an der Bockenheimer Warte
- Attaché
- Art-Hotel Robert Mayer
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- The italian
- Imbiss Zum "Hans Worscht"
- B'mine Frankfurt Airport
- Moxy Frankfurt Airport
- Holiday Inn Frankfurt Airport
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