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Compare train, coach and flight for Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station 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 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £82.
Distance: 187 km
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£36 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price |
2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station
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Trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:28, the last at 20:38. The fastest train covers the 187 km distance in 2h 13m.
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 £12
Distance 187 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 03:28 |
Last train 20:38 |
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 £12
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Nuremberg Hbf and Frankfurt South station from £12. 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 3m
Cheapest Price
£9
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 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.
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.
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.
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
FAQs: Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station 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 South station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train journey from Nürnberg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Süd offers a pleasant experience, passing through picturesque landscapes, including the rolling hills and charming villages of Bavaria and Hesse. While not as dramatic as alpine routes, the scenery is enjoyable and highlights Germany's natural beauty.
A day trip from Nürnberg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Süd is not feasible due to a travel time of 2h 13m. However, there are 5 trains per day covering the 187 km journey.
The train distance from Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station is 187 km.
Booking trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station covers a distance of 187 km and takes approximately 2h 13m. Trains run 5 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Nuremberg Hbf and Frankfurt South station. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
The cost of a train ticket from Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The cheapest way to get from Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station is by coach, costing approximately £12.
Yes, you can take the train from Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station.
The first train from Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station leaves at 3:28.
To get from Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The last train from Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station departs at 20:38.
Trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from Nuremberg Hbf to Frankfurt South station.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nuremberg Hbf and Frankfurt South station
Nuremberg
Frankfurt am Main
The major train station for departures in Nuremberg is Nürnberg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nürnberg Hbf for your trip from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
Dining
- Burger King
- Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
- Coffee Fellows
- Dallmayr Cafebar
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Sportsbar
- Istanbul Döner
- & many more
Accessibility
- Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- IntercityHotel Nuremberg
- Park Plaza Nuremberg
- Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
The major train station for arrivals in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt (Main) Süd for your journey to Frankfurt am Main from Nuremberg.
Frankfurt (Main) Süd
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
Hotel
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
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