1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
2 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
2 h 2 m
Trains on 08 Sept
48
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 48 trains from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main, including 47 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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 1022
ICE 526
ICE 526
ICE 524
ICE 522
ICE 526
ICE 524
ICE 728
ICE 726
ICE 724Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a flight costs an average of £122.
Distance: 187 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£29 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £122 Average Price | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 48m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main:
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main costing on average £29.
A coach is £109 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main costing on average £122.
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 10m.
Coach takes on average 2h 56m.
The journey is about 23m faster (2h 10m by train vs 2h 33m by car) and roughly £1 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£29 vs £30). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 926 | On time 9:31 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h06 | 11:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 926 · S8 | On time 9:31 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h28 | 11:59 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 724 | On time 10:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h19 | 12:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 724 | On time 10:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h02 | 12:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 722 | On time 11:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h02 | 13:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 722 | Delayed 11:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h19 | 11:21 11:21Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 228 · S8 | On time 11:32 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h27 | 13:59 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 228 | On time 11:32 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h05 | 13:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 720 | Delayed 10:09 12:00Nuremberg Hbf | 2h19 | 12:30 12:30Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 720 | Delayed 10:09 12:00Nuremberg Hbf | 2h02 | 12:09 12:09Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 628 | On time 13:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h19 | 15:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 628 | On time 13:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h02 | 15:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 28 | On time 13:32 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h05 | 15:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 28 · S8 | On time 13:32 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h27 | 15:59 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 626 | On time 14:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h19 | 16:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 626 | On time 14:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h02 | 16:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 624 | On time 14:59 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h03 | 17:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 624 | On time 14:59 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h20 | 17:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 26 | On time 15:32 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h05 | 17:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 26 · S8 | On time 15:32 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h27 | 17:59 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 622 | On time 16:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h19 | 18:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 622 | On time 16:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h02 | 18:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 620 | On time 17:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h19 | 19:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 620 | On time 17:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h02 | 19:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 24 | On time 17:32 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h05 | 19:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 24 · S8 | On time 17:32 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h27 | 19:59 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 528 | On time 18:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h19 | 20:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 528 | On time 18:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h02 | 20:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 526 | On time 19:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h18 | 21:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 526 | On time 19:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h01 | 21:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 22 | On time 19:32 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h05 | 21:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 22 · S8 | On time 19:32 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h27 | 21:59 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 8 September | |||||
ICE 1022 | On time 5:28 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h09 | 7:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1022 · S8 | On time 5:28 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h31 | 7:59 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 822 | On time 6:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h19 | 8:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 822 | On time 6:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h02 | 8:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 820 | On time 7:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h02 | 9:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 820 | On time 7:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h19 | 9:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1020 | On time 7:28 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h28 | 9:56 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1020 | On time 7:28 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h09 | 9:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 728 | On time 8:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h02 | 10:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 728 | On time 8:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h19 | 10:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 726 | On time 9:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h02 | 11:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 726 | On time 9:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 2h19 | 11:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 187 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 187 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Discover the best of Frankfurt am Main — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Frankfurt am Main trip today.
Major art museum on the Museumsufer with European masterpieces from the Middle Ages to modern art in a substantial permanent collection.
Extensive natural history museum with dinosaur skeletons, fossils and scientific exhibits, especially popular for families and rainy days.
Museum of modern and contemporary art known for its striking triangular building and rotating exhibitions near the old town.
Recreated old town quarter between Römer and the cathedral, with narrow lanes, traditional-style facades and small public squares for strolling.
Frankfurt’s central historic square, framed by timbered buildings and used for markets, events and some of the city’s best-known views.
Riverside museum district with promenades, major collections and broad Main views, ideal for a scenic walk between cultural stops.
A tart, slightly sparkling apple wine served in a ribbed glass. It is Frankfurt’s signature drink and a staple in traditional cider taverns.
Green herb sauce made with seven fresh herbs, traditionally served with boiled eggs and potatoes. It is one of Frankfurt’s best-known regional specialities.
Pork sausages, usually lightly smoked, served hot with bread, potato salad or sauerkraut. They are a classic everyday dish in Frankfurt and Hesse.
Casual market hall stand famous for Frankfurter sausages and quick local bites in the lively Kleinmarkthalle.
Traditional Apfelwein tavern in Sachsenhausen, known for Green Sauce, sausages and a lively local atmosphere.
Historic cider house serving classic Frankfurt dishes and apple wine in a busy, wood-panelled setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining cost more than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and many everyday meals remain reasonably priced.
Service is not usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main 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 am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Frankfurt am Main 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-Steinbühl 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: Sushi glas, Afterwork, Mike's Bar & Restaurant, Museumscafé Arte
Wi-Fi is available at Nürnberg-Steinbühl. ATMs are available at Nürnberg-Steinbühl.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg-Steinbühl. Information desks are available at Nürnberg-Steinbühl.
Luggage storage is available at Nürnberg-Steinbühl. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg-Steinbühl: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg-Steinbühl: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg-Steinbühl.
Nearby hotels include Motel One Nürnberg-Plärrer, Art-Hotel City, Gasthof Schwänlein, Hotel Keiml.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) 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: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf 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: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
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