The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 24 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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 8 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Nuremberg every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 26 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.
ICE 1621
ICE 621
ICE 527
ICE 529
ICE 623
ICE 529
ICE 1621
ICE 621
ICE 527
S 8 · ICE 529Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 coach 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 coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £80.
Distance: 191 km
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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, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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S 8 · ICE 527 | On time 07:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h30 | 10:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 527 | On time 07:35 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h25 | 10:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S 8 · ICE 529 | On time 08:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h26 | 10:56 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 529 | On time 08:35 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h21 | 10:56 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1621 | On time 09:01 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h23 | 11:24 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 621 | On time 09:35 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h23 | 11:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1559 · ICE 1223 | On time 10:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h02 | 13:04 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 623 | On time 10:35 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h29 | 13:04 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg
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 £9 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 £9 |
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 £9. 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: Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg train
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
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main Airport and Nuremberg
- 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
- Café Blaupause
- Harput Imbiss
- Der Beck
- Pizzeria ALLAGO
- NOVINA HOTEL Wöhrdersee
- Hotel Meteor
- Best Western Hotel Nürnberg
- Hotel am Heideloffplatz
- Mylos
- Indian Palace
- Bella Vista
- Bamboo Garden
- Hotel Erlenstegen
- Der Beck
- Pizzeria Uno
- Hafen Döner
- Trucker Pause
- Eibacher Hof
- Hotel Am Hafen
- Pizza Pasta da Marcel
- Madame Bui
- Gaststätte Loy
- Ristorantino Gismondi
- Park-Hotel Laufamholz
- Mylos
- Indian Palace
- Bella Vista
- Bamboo Garden
- Sportgaststätte SV Nbg.-Reichelsdorf
- Pizza Bella Napoli
- Brandenburger Wirtshaus
- Everest
- Eiscafe Pinoccio
- Pinocchio
- Burger King
- Necom Imbiss
- Sushi glas
- Afterwork
- Mike's Bar & Restaurant
- Museumscafé Arte
- Motel One Nürnberg-Plärrer
- Art-Hotel City
- Gasthof Schwänlein
- Hotel Keiml
- Gasthaus Zeppelinfeld
- Der Beck
- Asia Cook
- Parkcafe August Meier
- 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
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