The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 20 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Düsseldorf on Wed, Dec 03, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 03 the direct buses cover the 182 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.




(Prague -> Amsterdam)




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €89.
Distance: 182 km
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€20 Average price Cheapest | €61 Average price | €124 Average price |
5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf buses for today, Tuesday, December 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:59 PM Frankfurt am Main | 12h56 | 10:55 AM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, December 3 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:20 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h10 | 3:30 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2h50 | 3:30 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h05 | 6:20 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Amsterdam) | 4:25 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h35 | 8:00 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h20 | 9:20 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h05 | 11:55 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h25 | 3:15 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 4h35 | 5:00 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h00 | 5:00 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h00 | 5:45 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h40 | 5:45 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h45 | 8:25 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h10 | 8:55 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h30 | 9:40 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h10 | 9:40 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Dec 02
Dec 03
Dec 04
Dec 05
Dec 06
Dec 07
Dec 08
Dec 09
Dec 10
Dec 11
Dec 12
Dec 13
Dec 14
Dec 15
Dec 16
Dec 17
Dec 18
Dec 19
Dec 20
Dec 21
Dec 22
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf
Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf run on average 23 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 22 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 182 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 182 km |
Average bus duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Globtour Medjugorjie, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus from Frankfurt am Main to DüsseldorfYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf with FlixBus, Globtour Medjugorjie, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
Infobus
BlaBlaCar Bus
Globtour Medjugorjie
BlaBlaCar
FAQs: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36), which is located around 8.4 miles (13.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km)
- Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 725, 738, 752, 754, 834 Metro: U75, U78, U79 Train: S1, S6, S11
Most popular bus connections from Frankfurt am Main
More options for your journey from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need



