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Städel Museum
Major German art museum with masterpieces from Old Masters to modernism; a cornerstone stop on Frankfurt’s Museum Embankment.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€20
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€27
Fastest journey on Sep 18
6 h 12 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
6 h 41 m
Buses on Sep 18
10
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bielefeld 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 Bielefeld to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
It's difficult to get from Bielefeld to Frankfurt am Main without transferring at least once.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bielefeld to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, while a train costs an average of €88.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €88 Average price | €38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bielefeld to Frankfurt am Main:
A bus is €62 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bielefeld to Frankfurt am Main costing on average €88.
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 5m.
Tickets start at around €26 compared to roughly €38 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €13. The journey takes 5h 5m versus 3h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:23AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 8h37 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:23AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 9h02 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:23AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h37 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:23PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 7h52 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:23PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 8h57 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:23PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 7h37 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:23PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 8h52 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:23PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 6h12 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
The table below shows live departures for Bielefeld to Frankfurt am Main buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Bielefeld, Bahnhof Brackwede | 7h40 | 5:50 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 10:40 AM Bielefeld Hbf | 7h15 | 5:55 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 10:40 AM Bielefeld Hbf | 7h55 | 6:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:23 AM Bielefeld Hbf | 8h37 | 8:00 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:23 AM Bielefeld Hbf | 9h02 | 8:25 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 3:23 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 7h07 | 10:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 3:23 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 7h37 | 11:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 7:23 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 8h52 | 4:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 7:23 PM Bielefeld Hbf | 6h12 | 1:35 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Bielefeld to Frankfurt am Main run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Frankfurt am Main — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Frankfurt am Main trip today.
Major German art museum with masterpieces from Old Masters to modernism; a cornerstone stop on Frankfurt’s Museum Embankment.
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Large natural history museum with dinosaur skeletons, biodiversity displays, and strong geology exhibits; excellent for all ages.
Rebuilt old town quarter between Römer and cathedral, blending historic layouts with new architecture; ideal for strolling and photos.
Frankfurt’s riverside museum district and promenade, perfect for walking, major museums, and skyline views across the Main.
Large inner-city palm garden with themed greenhouses and landscaped grounds; a relaxing break from museums and shopping.
Green sauce made with seven fresh herbs, usually served with boiled eggs and potatoes. It is a Frankfurt classic with protected regional status.
Pork sausage lightly smoked and traditionally served hot with potato salad, sauerkraut, or bread. It is one of Frankfurt’s signature sausages.
Pressed and cured pork sausage, often sliced and served cold with bread, mustard, and pickles. It is a staple in Frankfurt cider taverns.
Two Michelin-starred dining with creative modern cuisine, extensive wine pairings, and a formal fine dining experience.
Refined restaurant in the old opera house area, known for modern European cuisine, polished service, and an elegant dining room.
Historic apple wine tavern in Sachsenhausen known for Apfelwein, green sauce, and classic Frankfurt dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey during trade fairs, but dining and public transport are reasonable for most tourists.
Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is common for cafes.
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Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) -> Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bielefeld 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.

Most Bielefeld to Frankfurt am Main buses use the Bielefeld, Bahnhof Brackwede 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 Bielefeld and Frankfurt am Main bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Hausmann's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering various banking services.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36).
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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