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Germanisches Nationalmuseum
Germany’s largest museum of cultural history, with major collections of art, design, arms, and everyday objects from the German-speaking world.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 33 trains that leave Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for Nuremberg Hbf on Sat, Jun 20, 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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 2592 · ICE 885
ICE 827
ICE 521
ICE 229
ICE 725
ICE 529
ICE 527
ICE 525
ICE 625
ICE 623Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $111.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $170 Average price | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf:
A bus is $36 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf costing on average $54 (€44).
A bus is $153 (€125) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf costing on average $170 (€140).
Other travel options to Nuremberg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 41m.
Bus takes on average 2h 47m.
Tickets start at around $54 (€44) compared to roughly $41 (€33) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-12.98 (€-10.64). The journey takes 2h 41m versus 2h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 525 | Delayed 5:59 AM 7:57 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h01 | 9:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 527 | On time 8:57 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h01 | 10:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 527 · ICE 783 | Delayed 8:57 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h28 | 9:27 AM 9:27 AMNuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4609 · ICE 785 | On time 9:28 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h57 | 12:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 529 | On time 9:57 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h01 | 11:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 25 | Delayed 8:23 AM 10:19 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h11 | 12:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 621 | On time 10:57 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h01 | 12:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4613 · ICE 787 | On time 11:28 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h57 | 2:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 623 | On time 11:57 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h01 | 1:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 27 | On time 12:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h11 | 2:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4615 · ICE 587 | On time 12:35 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h51 | 3:26 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 625 | On time 12:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h01 | 2:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 2598 · ICE 789 | On time 1:35 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h50 | 4:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 627 | On time 1:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h01 | 3:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 29 | On time 2:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h11 | 4:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 629 | On time 2:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h01 | 4:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4621 · ICE 881 | On time 3:35 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h50 | 6:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 721 | On time 3:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h01 | 5:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 229 | On time 4:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h11 | 6:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 723 | On time 4:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h01 | 6:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4625 · ICE 883 | On time 5:35 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h50 | 8:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 725 | On time 5:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h01 | 7:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 927 | On time 6:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h11 | 8:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 727 | On time 6:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h01 | 8:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 729 | On time 7:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h01 | 9:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 2592 · ICE 885 | On time 8:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h14 | 10:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 929 | On time 8:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h11 | 10:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 821 | On time 8:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h01 | 10:58 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1021 | On time 10:21 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h21 | 12:42 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
ICE 827 | On time 4:54 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h04 | 6:58 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 521 | On time 5:54 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h02 | 7:56 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4603 · 58209 | 6:35 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h19 | 9:54 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 523 | On time 7:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h03 | 9:12 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Nuremberg Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:54, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 2:54 AM |
Last train 9:35 PM |
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Germany’s largest museum of cultural history, with major collections of art, design, arms, and everyday objects from the German-speaking world.
Museum and exhibition center explaining the history of the Nazi Party Rally Grounds and the rise of National Socialism in Nuremberg.
Historic house museum dedicated to Albrecht Dürer, showing his life, workshop context, and Renaissance Nuremberg.
The central market square of the Old Town, surrounded by major monuments and a focal point for daily city life and events.
Beautiful historic street lined with colorful timber-framed houses, often highlighted in photos of Nuremberg.
Lively square below the castle and near the Dürer House, popular for medieval atmosphere and iconic city views.
Small marjoram-seasoned sausages grilled over flame, the city’s most famous specialty and a classic Franconian meal.
Three Nürnberger sausages served in a bread roll, a beloved local street-food snack around the station and old town.
Franconian roast pork shoulder with crispy crust, typically served with dumplings and gravy, a hearty regional favorite.
Two-Michelin-star fine-dining restaurant offering creative modern tasting menus and one of Nürnberg’s top culinary experiences.
Established brewery restaurant serving Franconian dishes, house-brewed beer, and a warm historic cellar atmosphere.
Classic long-running venue by St. Sebald, famous for charcoal-grilled Nürnberger Rostbratwürste in a rustic setting.
Moderate for Germany. Station-area snacks are cheap, while sit-down dining and hotels cost more.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated at cafés; not expected for takeaway.
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