How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?

The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg start from R 256. The average price for this train route is around R 770. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?

The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg is 2h 19m, covering a distance of 189 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 59m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 32 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?

The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 20:41.

Which is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg from R 270 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 8m	08:27	Nuremberg Central Train Station	Cheapest
	Train	07:54	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 2m	09:56	Nuremberg Central Train Station	Fastest
	Train	06:21	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	3h 34m	09:55	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:41	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	2h 17m	08:58	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 8m	08:27	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 8m	08:27	Nuremberg Central Train Station	Cheapest
	Train	07:54	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 2m	09:56	Nuremberg Central Train Station	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:00	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	2h 27m	08:27	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn + Regional-Express	Train	07:10	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	3h 44m	10:54	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 8m	08:27	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	Cheapest
Train	06:57	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 1m	08:58	Nuremberg Central Train Station	Fastest
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:57	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 1m	08:58	Nuremberg Central Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:57	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 1m	08:58	Nuremberg Central Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:57	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 1m	08:58	Nuremberg Central Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:57	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 1m	08:58	Nuremberg Central Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags
Train	06:19	Frankfurt Hbf	2h 11m	08:30	Nuremberg Central Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:13 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Nuremberg. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 179, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

187 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 288 - R 962	Average duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 256 - R 2 761	Average duration2h 19m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 179 - R 563	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Nuremberg?

Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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B
Frankfurt Airport
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Nuremberg

A
Bahnhofstraße, 11
Bahnhofstraße, 11, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany
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B
Nürnberg Nordostbf.
Nürnberg Nordost, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany
C
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz, 90489 Nürnberg, Germany
D
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf, 90453 Nürnberg, Germany
E
Nürnberg Ziegelstein
Nürnberg Ziegelstein, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany
F
Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.
Rothenburger Str., 90439 Nürnberg, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg start from R 256. The average price for this train route is around R 770. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?
The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg is 2h 19m, covering a distance of 189 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 59m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 32 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?
The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 20:41.
Which is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

R 743

11/12

R 997

Today

R 666

13/12

R 665

14/12

R 519

15/12

R 540

16/12

R 518

17/12

R 518

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 518

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 518 to R 2 935 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 518, which is on 2025-12-16.