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Albrecht-Dürer-Haus
Museum in Albrecht Dürer’s former house, presenting his life, prints and the world of Renaissance Nuremberg.
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 20 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Nuremberg every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 187 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 5 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 44m. 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 coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £91.
Distance: 187 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price | £115 Average Price |
3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 10:40 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 4h05 | 14:45 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h30 | 14:45 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:00 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h30 | 17:30 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:20 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h05 | 18:25 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:40 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 2h40 | 19:20 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:20 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h25 | 20:45 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:05 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 4h15 | 22:20 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:35 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h45 | 22:20 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:15 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h05 | 23:20 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:30 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2h55 | 23:25 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:00 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h30 | 1:30 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
(Amsterdam -> Prague) | 22:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 2h40 | 1:10 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:30 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h35 | 3:05 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h06 | 3:05 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
FlixBus | 1:15 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h05 | 4:20 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:50 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 2h40 | 4:30 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h55 | 8:15 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h25 | 8:15 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h25 | 9:30 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h20 | 11:05 Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 20 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 187 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 187 km |
Average bus duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Nuremberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nuremberg trip today.
Museum in Albrecht Dürer’s former house, presenting his life, prints and the world of Renaissance Nuremberg.
Major art museum with European works from the late Middle Ages to modern periods in a bold contemporary building.
Extensive museum on German railways with historic locomotives, interactive displays and family-friendly exhibitions.
Central market square lined with historic façades and stalls, ideal for people-watching and easy Old Town sightseeing.
Attractive riverside street with half-timbered houses, among the prettiest surviving medieval lanes in the city.
Historic artisan quarter south of the river, filled with lanes, workshops and a traditional Old Town atmosphere.
Small marjoram-spiced pork sausages, traditionally grilled over beechwood and served in sets or in a bread roll. A defining speciality of Nuremberg.
A long crusty roll filled with three Nuremberg sausages and mustard. It is a classic local street food eaten quickly at sausage stalls.
Lebkuchen from Nuremberg, a spiced gingerbread often made with nuts, candied peel and wafers. It is strongly tied to the city’s Christmas baking tradition.
Traditional Franconian inn serving roast meats, sausages and seasonal dishes in a wood-panelled, old-world atmosphere beneath the castle.
Historic bratwurst kitchen near the Hauptmarkt, known for traditional Nuremberg sausages in a rustic, fast-moving old-town setting.
Well-known old-town restaurant with polished Franconian cooking, local wine and a more refined feel while keeping regional classics at the centre.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich, while public transport and everyday food remain manageable for most city-break budgets.
Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants. In Germany, tips are usually given directly when paying rather than left on the table.
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Nürnberg, ZOB -> Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nuremberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg buses use the Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) to Nürnberg, ZOB station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Nuremberg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Hausmann's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering various banking services.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36).
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food outlets and cafes are inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof.
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof: The station is fully accessible to wheelchair users.
Nürnberg, ZOB is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Bakery (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg, ZOB.
Available at Nürnberg, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
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