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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Munich to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 2 m
Buses per day
25
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 €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 25 buses that leave Munich for Frankfurt am Main on Sat, Aug 01, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct buses cover the 304 km distance in an average of 5 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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.
FlixBus2:45 PM5h45Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)8:30 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€301One-way0 transfers- FlixBus10:05 PM4h45München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz2:50 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€311One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:40 PM5h10Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)2:50 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€311One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:40 PM5h15Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)2:55 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€321One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:30 PM6h50Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)2:20 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€331One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:05 PM4h45München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz2:50 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€311One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus4:45 AM5h00Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:45 AMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)€851One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:00 AM5h05Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)1:05 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€401One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:05 PM5h10München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz3:15 AMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)€441One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:40 PM5h10Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)2:50 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€311One-way0 transfers
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 €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. 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 €21, and a flight costs an average of €114.
Distance: 304 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€31 Average price Cheapest | €41 Average price | €236 Average price |
6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg 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
Munich to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Frankfurt am Main buses for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2:45 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h45 | 8:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:15 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h15 | 10:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 7h00 | 12:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 7h00 | 12:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h50 | 2:20 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:40 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h35 | 3:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:40 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h10 | 2:50 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 5h10 | 3:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 4h45 | 2:50 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 6h00 | 6:30 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 5h30 | 6:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 1:50 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h55 | 7:45 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:50 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h20 | 8:10 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h15 | 7:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h55 | 8:55 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h00 | 9:45 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h30 | 12:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:20 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h25 | 1:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h05 | 1:05 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 30489 · 30482 | 8:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 15h10 | 11:55 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 7h20 | 4:25 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 7h45 | 4:50 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h40 | 4:40 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h20 | 7:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Munich to Frankfurt am Main
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Buses from Munich to Frankfurt am Main run on average 21 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €18 by train.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 304 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 304 km |
Average bus duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
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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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- Globtour Medjugorjie d.o.o.
- A passenger can receive a partial refund if a written request is submitted at least 24 hours before the journey (25% fee) or between 24 and 12 hours before (50% fee)
- tickets cannot be canceled or refunded within 12 hours of departure.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Globtour Medjugorjie d.o.o.
- An additional fee may be charged by the driver for storing luggage in the compartment, with prices varying by route.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Munich to Frankfurt am Main
Most Munich to Frankfurt am Main buses use the München, ZOB to Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36). Use this guide to compare Munich and Frankfurt am Main bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Munich station do buses to Frankfurt am Main leave from?
Getting to München, ZOB from Munich city centre
München, ZOB is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München, ZOB bus station facilities and services
München, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station), Bavarian Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München, ZOB.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz from Munich city centre
Getting to München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) from Munich city centre
Getting to Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Getting to Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) bus station facilities and services
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Hausmann's (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering various banking services.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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