NUREMBERG to FRANKFURT AM MAIN train from 11S$ with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Sept

Cheapest price on 29 Sept

11S$

Average ticket price on 29 Sept

41S$

Fastest journey on 29 Sept

2 h 1 m

Average journey duration on 29 Sept

2 h 2 m

Trains on 29 Sept

Distance

187 km

Cheap tickets

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 41S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 11S$.

Fast trains

On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 32 trains from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main, including 32 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 524
8:00 PM2h02
Nuremberg Hbf
10:02 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
11 S$1One-way
0 changes
ICE 528
6:00 PM2h02
Nuremberg Hbf
8:02 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
11 S$1One-way
0 changes
ICE 524
8:00 PM2h19
Nuremberg Hbf
10:19 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
11 S$1One-way
0 changes
ICE 528
6:00 PM2h19
Nuremberg Hbf
8:19 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
11 S$1One-way
0 changes
ICE 620
5:00 PM2h02
Nuremberg Hbf
7:02 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
28 S$1One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main train times

The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
ICE 1022	On time 4:40 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h16	7:56 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 changesdirect
ICE 1022	On time 4:40 AM Nuremberg Hbf	2h57	7:37 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 822	On time 5:21 AM Nuremberg Hbf	2h58	8:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 changesdirect
ICE 822	On time 5:21 AM Nuremberg Hbf	2h41	8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 888 · ICE 1656	On time 5:32 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h24	8:56 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 change
ICE 888 · 4511	On time 5:32 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h01	8:33 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
ICE 888 · 4511+15164	On time 5:32 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h19	8:51 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2 changes
ICE 820	On time 6:26 AM Nuremberg Hbf	2h53	9:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 changesdirect
ICE 820	On time 6:26 AM Nuremberg Hbf	2h36	9:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 686 · 4513	On time 6:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h02	9:33 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
ICE 686 · ICE 793	On time 6:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h21	9:52 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 change
ICE 886 · ICE 1654	On time 7:32 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h24	10:56 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 change
ICE 886 · 4515	On time 7:32 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h01	10:33 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
ICE 886 · 4515+15166	On time 7:32 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h19	10:51 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2 changes
ICE 726	On time 8:18 AM Nuremberg Hbf	2h44	11:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 726	On time 8:18 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h01	11:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 changesdirect
ICE 684 · ICE 575	On time 8:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf	2h43	11:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
ICE 684 · ICE 575 · S9	On time 8:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h13	11:44 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2 changes
ICE 882 · ICE 1652	On time 9:28 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h28	12:56 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 change
ICE 882 · 4519	On time 9:28 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h05	12:33 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
ICE 882 · 4519+15168	On time 9:28 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h23	12:51 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2 changes
ICE 722	On time 10:19 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h00	1:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 changesdirect
ICE 722	On time 10:19 AM Nuremberg Hbf	2h43	1:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 682 · ICE 577 · S9	On time 10:30 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h14	1:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2 changes
ICE 682 · ICE 797	On time 10:30 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h22	1:52 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 change
ICE 682 · ICE 577	On time 10:30 AM Nuremberg Hbf	2h44	1:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
ICE 880 · 4523	On time 11:28 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h05	2:33 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
ICE 880 · ICE 1650	On time 11:28 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h28	2:56 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 change
ICE 880 · 4523+15170	On time 11:28 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h25	2:53 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2 changes
IC 2162 · ICE 916	On time 11:42 AM Nuremberg Hbf	3h56	3:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 change
ICE 680 · 4525 · ICE 28	On time 12:31 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h25	3:56 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2 changes
ICE 680 · 4525	On time 12:31 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h02	3:33 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
ICE 626	On time 1:18 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h44	4:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 626	On time 1:18 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h01	4:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 changesdirect
ICE 788 · 4527	On time 1:28 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h05	4:33 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
ICE 788 · ICE 1558	On time 1:28 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h28	4:56 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 change
ICE 788 · 4527+15172	On time 1:28 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h23	4:51 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2 changes
IC 2160 · ICE 224	On time 1:40 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h58	5:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 change
ICE 588 · ICE 771	On time 2:32 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h42	5:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
ICE 588 · ICE 993	On time 2:32 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h20	5:52 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 change
ICE 588 · ICE 771 · 29528	On time 2:32 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h03	5:35 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2 changes
ICE 622	On time 3:23 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h39	6:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 622	On time 3:23 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h56	6:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 changesdirect
ICE 786 · 4531	On time 3:28 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h05	6:33 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
ICE 786 · ICE 1556	On time 3:28 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h28	6:56 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 change
ICE 786 · 4531+15174	On time 3:28 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h23	6:51 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2 changes
IC 2068 · ICE 912	On time 3:41 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h57	7:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 change
ICE 586 · ICE 773	On time 4:32 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h42	7:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
ICE 586 · 4533 · ICE 24	4:32 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h24	7:56 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2 changes
ICE 586 · ICE 773 · 29532	4:32 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h03	7:35 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2 changes
ICE 528	Delayed 3:23 PM 5:15 PMNuremberg Hbf	2h47	8:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 528	Delayed 3:23 PM 5:15 PMNuremberg Hbf	3h04	8:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 changesdirect
ICE 528	On time 5:23 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h39	8:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 784 · 4535	5:28 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h05	8:33 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
ICE 784 · ICE 1554	5:28 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h28	8:56 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 change
ICE 784 · 4535+15176	5:28 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h21	8:49 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2 changes
IC 2066 · ICE 910	On time 5:40 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h58	9:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 change
ICE 584 · ICE 775	6:31 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h43	9:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
ICE 584 · ICE 775 · S9	6:31 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h13	9:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2 changes
ICE 524	Delayed 5:19 PM 7:15 PMNuremberg Hbf	2h47	10:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 524	Delayed 5:19 PM 7:15 PMNuremberg Hbf	3h04	10:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 changesdirect
ICE 524	On time 7:19 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h43	10:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 782 · 4539	7:28 PM Nuremberg Hbf	3h05	10:33 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
ICE 522	8:15 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h50	11:05 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 522	8:22 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h43	11:05 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 582 · ICE 777	8:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h44	11:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
ICE 582 · ICE 777	8:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h44	11:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
88652 · ICE 618	10:38 PM Nuremberg Hbf	6h00	4:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
88652 · ICE 618	10:38 PM Nuremberg Hbf	6h00	4:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 change
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main

Germany

Trains from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 11S$ 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 1h 59m.

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

Distance

187 km

Average train duration

2h 14m

Cheapest ticket price

11S$

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 59m

First train

12:02 AM

Last train

11:58 PM

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

Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Nuremberg and Frankfurt am Main from 11S$. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration

1h 59m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

11S$

Deutsche Bahn frequency

23 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.

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.

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.

Quiet zone

FAQs: Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main train

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.

Cheap train tickets from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main can start from as little as 11S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main is 61S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main is 1h 59m to travel the 187 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 12:02 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 11:58 pm.

Yes, there are 13 direct trains a day from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Frankfurt am Main. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Nuremberg and Frankfurt am Main and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A day trip to Frankfurt am Main from Nuremberg is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 59m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nuremberg and Frankfurt am Main including taking a train, coach and flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nuremberg and Frankfurt am Main

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.

Departure train stations in Nuremberg

Arrival train stations in Frankfurt am Main

Which Nuremberg station do trains to Frankfurt am Main leave from?

Trains from Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main leave from Nürnberg Hbf. The station is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre at Bahnhofsplatz 9, 90443 Nuremberg, Germany.

Nürnberg HbfBahnhofsplatz 9, 90443 Nuremberg, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Nürnberg Hbf from Nuremberg city centre

Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN12, N11 · 11m · 5S$

SubwayU1 · 2m · 5S$ · every ~24 min

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.

Nürnberg FlughafenFlughafenstraße 100, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany+49 911 93700 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Nürnberg Flughafen from Nuremberg city centre

Nürnberg Flughafen is 5 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN12 · 17m · 6S$

SubwayU2 · 11m · 5S$ · every ~14 min

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.