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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Mainz to Nuremberg
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- €40
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- €50
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 2 h 45 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 2 h 47 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Nuremberg will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €40.
On Thu, 12 Nov, we found 6 trains from Mainz to Nuremberg, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 209 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 48 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.
8:42 AM 2h48 Mainz 11:30 AM Nuremberg €40 1 One-way 0 changes4:11 AM 2h45 Mainz 6:56 AM Nuremberg €41 1 One-way 0 changes7:49 AM 3h36 Mainz 11:25 AM Nuremberg €41 1 One-way 0 changes7:42 AM 2h48 Mainz 10:30 AM Nuremberg €46 1 One-way 0 changes7:13 AM 2h45 Mainz 9:58 AM Nuremberg €63 1 One-way 0 changes
4:11 AM 2h45 Mainz 6:56 AM Nuremberg €41 1 One-way 0 changes7:13 AM 2h45 Mainz 9:58 AM Nuremberg €63 1 One-way 0 changes8:42 AM 2h48 Mainz 11:30 AM Nuremberg €40 1 One-way 0 changes4:43 AM 2h48 Mainz 7:31 AM Nuremberg €66 1 One-way 0 changes7:42 AM 2h48 Mainz 10:30 AM Nuremberg €46 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Mainz to Nuremberg
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Trains from Mainz to Nuremberg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €14 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 209 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Live departures
Mainz to Nuremberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Mainz to Nuremberg trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:11 AM Mainz | 2h45 | 6:56 AM Nuremberg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4:43 AM Mainz | 2h48 | 7:31 AM Nuremberg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:13 AM Mainz | 2h45 | 9:58 AM Nuremberg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:42 AM Mainz | 2h48 | 10:30 AM Nuremberg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:49 AM Mainz | 3h36 | 11:25 AM Nuremberg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:42 AM Mainz | 2h48 | 11:30 AM Nuremberg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Hessische Landesbahn
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Mainz and Nuremberg
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Mainz to Nuremberg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mainz 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Mainz and Nuremberg
Most Mainz to Nuremberg trains use the Mainz Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Nürnberg Flughafen. Use this guide to compare Mainz and Nuremberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Mainz station do trains to Nuremberg leave from?
Getting to Mainz Hbf from Mainz city centre
Mainz Hbf is 2 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz Hbf train station facilities and services
Mainz 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: Mangal, Asia Wok, Bistrorante Midi, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Hbf. ATMs are available at Mainz Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Hbf. Information desks are available at Mainz Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mainz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mainz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Advena Europa Hotel, GuestHouse Mainz, Terminus, Hotel Moguntia.
Which Nuremberg station do trains from Mainz arrive at?
Getting to Nürnberg Hbf from Nuremberg city centre
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Nürnberg Flughafen from Nuremberg city centre
Nürnberg Flughafen is 5 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Food and drink
Food options include: Terminal90, Mövenpick Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport, Hotel Alpha, Hotel Marienbad.
Most popular trains to and from Nuremberg and Mainz
Most popular train connections to Nuremberg
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