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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
£24
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
16
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 £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 16 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Nuremberg every day 9 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 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
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.
ICE 821
ICE 23
ICE 729
ICE 929
ICE 727
ICE 23
ICE 821
ICE 529
ICE 527
ICE 729Omio 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 £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 coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £82.
Distance: 191 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£33 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price |
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m 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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The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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S8 · ICE 23 | Delayed 8:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h23 | 8:56 8:56Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 23 | Delayed 6:40 8:38Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h15 | 8:56 8:56Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 527 | On time 8:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h17 | 10:58 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S8 · 4609 · ICE 785 | On time 9:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h25 | 12:25 Nuremberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1557 · ICE 785 | On time 9:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h23 | 12:25 Nuremberg Hbf | 1 change | |
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 25 | On time 10:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h28 | 12:30 Nuremberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nuremberg run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 20:02. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 191 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 6:02 |
Last train 20:02 |
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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 Hbf -> Hauptmarkt, Nürnberg
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.

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.
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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].
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.
Nürnberg Flughafen is 5 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Food options include: Terminal90, Mövenpick Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport, Hotel Alpha, Hotel Marienbad.
Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn) is 3 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
ATMs are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
Available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
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