The cheapest and fastest buses from Munich to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Munich 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 Munich to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 19 buses that leave Munich for Frankfurt am Main on Tue, Nov 11, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 11 the direct buses cover the 304 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Tue, Nov 11 the slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. 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 €18, and a flight costs an average of €122.
Distance: 304 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€29 Average price Cheapest | €83 Average price | €251 Average price |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Munich to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Frankfurt am Main buses for today, Monday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h00 | 8:45 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h30 | 11:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h25 | 12:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 7h20 | 3:25 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 7h45 | 3:50 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h40 | 4:25 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h35 | 6:20 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h45 | 7:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h15 | 9:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h50 | 1:20 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h10 | 1:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h35 | 1:25 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 4h45 | 1:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 5h10 | 1:25 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h15 | 1:55 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:50 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 7h19 | 8:09 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:50 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h55 | 6:45 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:50 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h20 | 7:10 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h15 | 6:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h00 | 8:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Munich to Frankfurt am Main
Buses from Munich to Frankfurt am Main run on average 20 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €15 by train.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 304 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 304 km |
Average bus duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Munich to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Munich to Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Munich to Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB), which is located around 2.1 miles (3.4 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 Munich to Frankfurt am Main
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station)
- Bavarian Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 100 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bakery & Café (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 78 Train: S3, S4, S5, S6 Tram: 15, 16
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