FRANKFURT AM MAIN AIRPORT to NUREMBERG train from £18 with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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ICE 529
9:412h17
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
11:58Nuremberg Hbf
£321One-way
0 changes
ICE 621
10:412h17
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
12:58Nuremberg Hbf
£361One-way
0 changes
ICE 623
11:412h17
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
13:58Nuremberg Hbf
£401One-way
0 changes
ICE 527
8:412h17
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
10:58Nuremberg Hbf
£401One-way
0 changes
S8 · ICE 529
9:302h28
Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
11:58Nuremberg Hbf
£421One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg

The cheapest option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg is coach, with an average price of £14. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 191 km

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Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
£47 Average Price	£14 Average Price Cheapest option	£124 Average Price
2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 42m Average total duration Fastest option 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
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Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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 tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
S8 · ICE 527	On time 8:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2h28	10:58 Nuremberg Hbf	1 change
ICE 527	On time 8:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h17	10:58 Nuremberg Hbf	0 changesdirect
S8 · ICE 930 · ICE 785	On time 9:09 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	3h16	12:25 Nuremberg Hbf	2 changes
S8 · ICE 529	On time 9:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2h28	11:58 Nuremberg Hbf	1 change
ICE 529	On time 9:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h17	11:58 Nuremberg Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 621	On time 10:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h17	12:58 Nuremberg Hbf	0 changesdirect
S8 · ICE 838 · ICE 787	On time 11:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	3h25	14:25 Nuremberg Hbf	2 changes
ICE 623	On time 11:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h17	13:58 Nuremberg Hbf	0 changesdirect
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ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg

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Advantages

friendly staff

Punctuality

good wifi

It was a rainy day. I waited for the train. Then the train came without delay. I went inside and sat down. The interior was very clean and spacious. The internet was without interruption. The people were very friendly. The toilet was hygienic and the disinfectant was not missing. This was a second class journey and there was no lack of punctuality. On top of that, the wifi was good.

Advantages

tasty food

kind staff

Free space on the square

This ride definitely deserves a 5 out of 5 star rating. The train was very nice. I also liked that you had a lot of free space at the seat, the internet was also very good. It was also very good that the staff was very friendly. The journey was very relaxed. The noise level on the train was low, which also allowed me to sleep. There was also a lot of attention paid to hygiene. The best thing was the delicious food and the choice of food I recommend this trip.

Advantages

Punctuality

Good wifi

Nice staff

That was my outward journey and it was really great. First of all, I would like to mention that my train arrived on time. I also really liked the performance of the staff and how polite they were. In addition, it was very comfortable in my seat and I was very well provided then. In addition, the whole train was clean. For all these reasons, I recommend this trip.

Advantages

Convenience

Disadvantages

None

I took the train from Nuremberg to Frankfurt airport. It was a very comfortable journey, the atmosphere was also very comfortable, it wasn't noisy or anything. In terms of hygiene, everything was actually clean, I didn't go to the toilet. The service was also very friendly and they were always smiling. I arrived at my destination as planned and the train arrived in Nuremberg on time.

Advantages

Price

Disadvantages

wifi

The wifi was unfortunately poor and barely worked. The comfort was good, the seats were comfortable and so was the volume. The service was good and the staff friendly. The cleanliness was satisfactory. Good standard of hygiene. The train was on time. Value for money good.

Advantages

Cleanliness

kind staff

reasonable prices

That was my outward journey and the reason for my journey was my flight from Frankfurt airport. I can very happily recommend the ride to others, as I liked everything about it. The wifi was good, I had a socket at my seat. The staff were very nice and the train was very clean. My train was neither expensive nor cheap, but it was worth it. My train was also on time and the food was delicious. This trip was great as I was very comfortable.

Advantages

Very good coffee

tasty food

When I entered, it smelled very fresh. The surfaces and windows were very clean. There was no rubbish around. I sat in my seat and sipped my coffee with pleasure. While I was looking out the window, it was raining and I fell asleep a little. The food was delicious and relatively cheap for the price. This trip deserves five stars as my train also arrived on time.

Advantages

clean train

beautiful view

This journey was my return journey in 1st class, as I liked everything, I recommend the journey. As for the cleanliness point, the train was generally very clean. The view from the train was very nice and the atmosphere was also great. The food was OK. It was relatively quiet on the train. My train was also on time. Great ride.

Advantages

warm

kind staff

While I was waiting for the train, the train came on time, when I got on, the people were very friendly, there was no argument, it was very quiet, I sat down and ordered something for myself, it was of course very fresh, the staff were also very friendly, it was all right, I fell asleep a bit, I was well warmed through, the heaters worked well, it was very hot inside and cold outside.

Advantages

Cheap ticket

good wifi

It was a wonderful trip, in which there were no negative things at all. The best thing was the price, because it was very cheap and I also got a great deal. I would like to mention right at the beginning that I can recommend the ride to others and am happy to give it 5 stars. What I also really liked was the wifi, as it was very good. I also had several sockets at my comfortable seat. The atmosphere on the train was amazing! I could concentrate on the train because it was very quiet. My train was also on time. The toilets were clean and hygienic. I also really liked the service. It was a very great outward journey.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg

Germany

Typically, there are 14 trains per day from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg, including 7 direct trains, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:02, 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

Coach from £10

Distance

191 km

Average train duration

2h 26m

Lowest ticket price

£18

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 17m

First train

6:02

Last train

21:02

Cheapest Month

Aug

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Jul - Sept

Busiest Day

Thu

Least Busy Day

Sun

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £10

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 £10. 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

£18

Deutsche Bahn frequency

14 a day

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.

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.

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.

Quiet zone

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Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

2h 1m

Cheapest Price

£40

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency

25 a day

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.

The train distance from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg is 191 km.

The first train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg leaves at 6:02.

The last train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg departs at 21:02.

Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg run approximately 14 times per day.

Yes, there is a direct train between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Nuremberg. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

To get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.

There is no night train service from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg.

Booking trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg offers a mix of scenic views, including rolling hills, picturesque villages, and lush countryside, particularly in the Franconian region. While not the most dramatic route, it provides a pleasant and varied landscape.

In Nuremberg, you can immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of the Nuremberg Christmas Market, renowned for its traditional crafts. Discover cultural history at the Germanisches Nationalmuseum, the largest in the German-speaking region. Stroll through the charming Old Town with its cobblestone streets and half-timbered houses. Visit the Toy Museum for a fascinating look at the history of toys. Savour local culinary delights like Nuremberg sausages and gingerbread. Explore Nuremberg Castle for panoramic views and medieval architecture, and admire the Gothic beauty of St. Lorenz Church. Learn about history at the Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds, and delve into art at Albrecht Dürer’s House. The Nuremberg Zoo offers a delightful experience with diverse animal species.

To fully experience Nuremberg, including its historic sites, museums, and local cuisine, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows time to explore the Old Town, visit the Imperial Castle, and enjoy the city's cultural offerings.

Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main Airport and Nuremberg

Most Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Nürnberg Flughafen. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Nuremberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Frankfurt am Main

Arrival train stations in Nuremberg

Nürnberg HbfBahnhofsplatz 9, 90443 Nuremberg, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Nürnberg Hbf from Nuremberg city centre

Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN12, N11 · 11m · £3

SubwayU1 · 2m · £3 · every ~24 min

Nürnberg Hbf train station facilities and services

Nürnberg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.

More about Nürnberg Hbf

Nürnberg FlughafenFlughafenstraße 100, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany+49 911 93700 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Nürnberg Flughafen from Nuremberg city centre

Nürnberg Flughafen is 5 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN12 · 17m · £4

SubwayU2 · 11m · £3 · every ~14 min

Nürnberg Flughafen train station facilities and services

Nürnberg Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.