The cheapest and fastest buses from Paris to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€56
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h
Buses per day
18
Distance
479 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris 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 Paris to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 18 buses that leave Paris for Frankfurt am Main on Sun, May 10, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 10 the direct buses cover the 479 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
On Sun, May 10 the slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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.
012:00 PM8h00Paris8:00 PMFrankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof€311One-way0 transfers
304808:15 AM8h45Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)5:00 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€401One-way0 transfers
3048410:15 PM7h55Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)6:10 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€451One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:30 AM9h00Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)6:30 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€491One-way0 transfers
304824:05 PM7h50Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)11:55 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€501One-way0 transfers
304824:05 PM7h50Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)11:55 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€501One-way0 transfers
3048410:15 PM7h55Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)6:10 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€451One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:20 PM8h00Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)7:20 AMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)€561One-way0 transfers
012:00 PM8h00Paris8:00 PMFrankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof€311One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:50 PM8h15Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)1:05 AMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)€581One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Paris to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €103.
Distance: 479 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€39 Average price Cheapest | €129 Average price | €286 Average price |
6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paris to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Frankfurt am Main buses for today, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0 | 12:00 PM Paris | 8h00 | 8:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 10h25 | 11:00 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h45 | 11:00 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
30482 | 4:05 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h50 | 11:55 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h15 | 1:05 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h40 | 1:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h55 | 5:10 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 9h05 | 5:50 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h20 | 5:50 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
30484 | 10:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h55 | 6:10 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:05 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h50 | 7:55 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h00 | 7:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h25 | 7:45 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:55 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h00 | 11:55 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 10 | |||||
30480 | 8:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h45 | 5:00 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h05 | 7:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h00 | 6:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h25 | 8:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to Frankfurt am Main
Buses from Paris to Frankfurt am Main run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 479 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 479 km |
Average bus duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Paris to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Paris to Frankfurt am Main with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Paris to Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Paris to Frankfurt am Main
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station)
- Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km)
- Chez Georges (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 73, 82, 244 Metro: 1 RER: C
- 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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