How to Get from Nuremberg to Frankfurt
Nuremberg to Frankfurt is 188 km in a straight line. The trip takes 2h 45m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Nuremberg to Frankfurt by price and travel time (route calculated on 8 November 2026).
- 16 train departures a day with Deutsche Bahn
- First train at 05:16, last at 20:13
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Nuremberg to Frankfurt. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h 45m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 188 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
188 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €14Omio catalogue, Nov 9 | 2h 01mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €10Lowest seenOmio catalogue, Nov 9 | 2hdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€14Omio catalogue, Nov 92h 01m · directSee Train details
- Bus€10Lowest seenOmio catalogue, Nov 92h · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Nuremberg to Frankfurt: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Nuremberg central → Frankfurtbus
FlixBus·2h 45m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Cheapest Flight Fare by Month, Nuremberg to Frankfurt
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €85 | |
| December 2026 | €101 | |
| January 2027 | €105 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departures from Nuremberg to Frankfurt
FlixBus publishes departures from 00:15 to 23:05.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | · | 00:15 | 23:05 |
| Deutsche Bahntrain | 16 | 05:16 | 20:13 |
| STUDENT AGENCY k.s.bus | · | · | · |
All departures FlixBus
- 00:15
- 00:55
- 01:15
- 01:55
- 03:05
- 03:50
- 04:05
- 04:50
- 05:00
- 05:05
- 05:25
- 06:00
- 06:25
- 07:00
- 07:25
- 08:20
- 09:20
- 09:25
- 10:25
- 11:15
- 12:15
- 12:20
- 12:35
- 13:15
- 13:25
- 13:35
- 14:00
- 14:05
- 14:10
- 14:25
- 15:05
- 15:15
- 15:25
- 16:15
- 18:20
- 19:20
- 20:20
- 20:55
- 21:55
- 23:05
All departures Deutsche Bahn
- 05:16
- 06:13
- 07:13
- 08:13
- 09:13
- 10:13
- 11:13
- 12:13
- 13:13
- 14:13
- 15:13
- 16:13
- 17:13
- 18:13
- 19:13
- 20:13
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
FlixBusNuremberg central-FrankfurtSee live options and dates →
Deutsche BahnNuremberg-FrankfurtBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn.
How the Trip from Nuremberg to Frankfurt Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 8 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Nuremberg central to Frankfurt, about 2h 45m. In total it's roughly €12 over 2h 45m, direct, no transfers.
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Nuremberg to Frankfurt: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Nuremberg to Frankfurt?
Routavio's route check on 8 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 2h 45m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Nuremberg to Frankfurt?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:15 and the last at 23:05, from Nuremberg central, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Nuremberg to Frankfurt leave from?
Nuremberg central with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
When is the first train from Nuremberg to Frankfurt?
The first train with Deutsche Bahn leaves at 05:16 and the last at 20:13, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Nuremberg to Frankfurt?
Routavio's timetable check shows 16 train departures a day with Deutsche Bahn, between 05:16 and 20:13.
How far is Frankfurt from Nuremberg?
About 188 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Nuremberg to Frankfurt cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €12. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Nuremberg to Frankfurt?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn.
Can you get from Nuremberg to Frankfurt without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 2h.
What is the cheapest way to get from Nuremberg to Frankfurt?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn
Route calculated: 8 Nov 2026