The cheapest and fastest buses from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€49
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
Of the 6 buses that leave Leipzig for Frankfurt am Main on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 293 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 6 h 25 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.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €87.
Distance: 293 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€29 Average price Cheapest | €84 Average price | €111 Average price |
5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 10:55 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 5h40 | 4:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 5h10 | 4:05 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 6h25 | 4:10 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 6h50 | 4:35 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 12:00 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 4h40 | 4:40 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 5h05 | 5:05 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main
Buses from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €19 by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 293 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 293 km |
Average bus duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Leipzig to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leipzig, Hbf, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36), located 8.4 miles (13.6 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main
- 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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