Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RegioJetBus
Frankfurt - Main bus station
Bahnhofstraße, 11CheapestFastest
FlixbusBus
FRA Frankfurt airport
Bahnhofstraße, 11No tags
FlixbusBus
FRA Frankfurt airport
Bahnhofstraße, 11No tags
FlixbusBus
FRA Frankfurt airport
Bahnhofstraße, 11No tags
FlixbusBus
FRA Frankfurt airport
Bahnhofstraße, 11No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Nuremberg. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 178, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18carpool per day
2h 30mAverage duration
187 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 286 - R 957Average duration3h 25m
5kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 254 - R 2 746Average duration2h 19m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 178 - R 560Average duration2h 30m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg start at R 286. The average price for this route is around R 349. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?

    The average bus journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg is 3h 25m, covering a distance of 193 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, Musil Tour, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?

    The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?

    A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1058 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Infobus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
13/12
R 288
14/12
R 288
Today
R 288
16/12
R 288
17/12
R 288
18/12
R 331
19/12
R 363
20/12
R 393
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 288

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 288 to R 889 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Nuremberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 288, which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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