The cheapest and fastest buses from Göttingen to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Göttingen to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Göttingen to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 11 buses that leave Göttingen for Frankfurt am Main on Thu, Apr 30, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 30 the direct buses cover the 181 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Thu, Apr 30 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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.
1:40 AM2h40Göttingen4:20 AMFrankfurt am Main€161One-way0 transfers
7:00 PM1h40Göttingen8:40 PMFrankfurt am Main€161One-way0 transfers
9:20 PM1h50Göttingen11:10 PMFrankfurt am Main€161One-way0 transfers
5:00 PM2h20Göttingen7:20 PMFrankfurt am Main€171One-way0 transfers
10:50 AM2h20Göttingen1:10 PMFrankfurt am Main€181One-way0 transfers
7:00 PM1h40Göttingen8:40 PMFrankfurt am Main€161One-way0 transfers
9:20 PM1h50Göttingen11:10 PMFrankfurt am Main€161One-way0 transfers
5:00 PM2h20Göttingen7:20 PMFrankfurt am Main€171One-way0 transfers
10:50 AM2h20Göttingen1:10 PMFrankfurt am Main€181One-way0 transfers
1:40 AM2h40Göttingen4:20 AMFrankfurt am Main€161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Göttingen to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Göttingen to Frankfurt am Main 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 train which can get you there in 2h 8m. 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 train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 181 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price |
3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Göttingen to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for Göttingen to Frankfurt am Main buses for today, Wednesday, April 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:10 AM Göttingen, ZOB | 3h00 | 9:10 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 AM Göttingen, ZOB | 3h35 | 9:45 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Göttingen, ZOB | 3h35 | 6:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Göttingen, ZOB | 3h50 | 6:50 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Göttingen, ZOB | 2h55 | 5:55 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 PM Göttingen, ZOB | 3h30 | 10:25 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Göttingen to Frankfurt am Main
Buses from Göttingen to Frankfurt am Main run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €11 by train.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 181 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 181 km |
Average bus duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Göttingen to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Göttingen to Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Göttingen to Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Göttingen to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Göttingen to Frankfurt am Main
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 21, 22, 23, 41, 42 Train: Göttingen Hauptbahnhof
- 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
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