- Must visit
Museum Schloss Philippsruhe
Hanau's flagship museum in Philippsruhe Palace, covering city history, decorative arts, and strong Brothers Grimm connections.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 46 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Hanau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Hanau will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 4 trains that leave Nuremberg for Hanau on Tue, Aug 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Hanau 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 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $109.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$44 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $154 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nuremberg to Hanau:
A bus is $27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Hanau costing on average $44.
A bus is $136 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg to Hanau costing on average $154.
Other travel options to Hanau take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 47m.
Bus takes on average 2h 28m.
You'll arrive about 35m sooner (1h 47m by train vs 2h 22m by car). Tickets start at around $44 compared to roughly $39 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Hanau trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:31 AM Nuremberg | 1h46 | 9:17 AM Hanau | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:31 AM Nuremberg | 1h46 | 10:17 AM Hanau | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:32 AM Nuremberg | 1h45 | 12:17 PM Hanau | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Nuremberg to Hanau run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 but you can travel from only $15 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:58, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 12:58 AM |
Last train 11:47 PM |
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Discover the best of Hanau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hanau trip today.
Hanau's flagship museum in Philippsruhe Palace, covering city history, decorative arts, and strong Brothers Grimm connections.
Museum in Wilhelmsbad focused on Hessian spa culture, park history, and the development of this elegant resort area.
Interactive museum about paper theater and miniature stage art, unusual and family-friendly within the Wilhelmsbad complex.
Hanau's central square with the Grimm monument, weekly market activity, and direct access to major shopping streets.
Elegant historic spa park with lakes, monuments, and broad walking paths; one of Hanau's best green escapes.
Large urban square and transport hub, useful for orientation and events, framed by key churches and city institutions.
Green herb sauce served cold with eggs and potatoes. A Hessian classic around Hanau and Frankfurt, prized for its fresh regional herb mix.
Slow-cooked pork with sauerkraut and mashed potatoes. A hearty Hessian inn dish long associated with traditional tavern cooking.
A cured pork chop, often smoked or pickled, served with sauerkraut and bread or potatoes. Common in traditional Hessian kitchens.
Refined fine dining in Hanau with modern seasonal cuisine and an elegant setting suited to special occasions.
Traditional Hessian-style dining venue known for hearty German dishes, local drinks, and a relaxed historic atmosphere.
Established brewery-style restaurant serving German classics and beer in a casual, lively environment popular with groups.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, dining, and local transit are usually cheaper than Frankfurt, but higher than smaller nearby towns.
Service is often included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Hanau Hbf -> Hanau Marktplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg to Hanau 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 Hanau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nuremberg to Hanau trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Hanau Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Großauheim(Kr Hanau). Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Hanau 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 Nordostbf. (U-Bahn) is 3 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
ATMs are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
Available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
Hanau Hbf is 1 km from Hanau city centre. Public transport options include:
Hanau Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Maschuq, Steve's Bar and Grill, Ristorante Mediterraneo, Food & Drink
Wi-Fi is available at Hanau Hbf. ATMs are available at Hanau Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hanau Hbf. Information desks are available at Hanau Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Hanau Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hanau Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hanau Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hanau Hbf.
Großauheim(Kr Hanau) is 3 km from Hanau city centre. Public transport options include:
Großauheim(Kr Hanau) 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: Cafe Art, Cafe Rayher, Taksim Döner und Pizza, Ricon Spanisches Restaurant
Wi-Fi is available at Großauheim(Kr Hanau). ATMs are available at Großauheim(Kr Hanau).
Ticket office support is available at Großauheim(Kr Hanau). Information desks are available at Großauheim(Kr Hanau).
Luggage storage is available at Großauheim(Kr Hanau). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Großauheim(Kr Hanau): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Großauheim(Kr Hanau): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Großauheim(Kr Hanau).
Nearby hotels include Ratskeller.
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