The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$136
Fastest journey
13 h 10 m
Average duration
14 h 22 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
656 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna 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 Bologna to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 16 buses that leave Bologna for Frankfurt am Main on Fri, Dec 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct buses cover the 656 km distance in an average of 14 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 10 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest buses will take 15 h 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 train, bus, and flight for Bologna to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €85.
Distance: 407 miles (656 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€72 Average price Cheapest | €225 Average price | €263 Average price |
18h 41m Average total duration 18h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 51m Average total duration 10h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 2.0 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Bologna to Frankfurt am Main Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 11:07AM | Duration 17h42 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:07AM | Duration 16h37 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator Regiojet | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 34h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 01:08PM | Duration 17h18 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 27h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $176 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $186 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:08PM | Duration 17h38 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Live departures
Bologna to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Frankfurt am Main buses for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4788 · 30482 | 7:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 27h15 | 10:55 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h10 | 9:45 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h20 | 12:55 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h30 | 12:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h30 | 12:45 PM Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 10:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h38 | 4:08 PM Frankfurt South station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h55 | 3:25 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h35 | 4:55 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
700 · 253 | 3:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h05 | 6:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h15 | 9:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h35 | 9:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h30 | 1:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h10 | 12:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h50 | 4:50 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h30 | 4:30 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h20 | 5:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h37 | 10:07 AM Frankfurt South station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h00 | 8:45 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main
Buses from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main run on average 13 times per day, taking around 18h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 407 miles (656 km) distance in 13h 10m.
Distance 407 miles (656 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 13h 10m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee from Bologna to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee for as low as $52 (€42). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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 bus most frequently from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof Fernbusse, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Römer, a historic city hall with medieval architecture located in the heart of Frankfurt's old town
- Städel Museum, an art museum featuring a vast collection of European artworks from the Middle Ages to the present
- Palmengarten, a large botanical garden showcasing diverse plant species in themed greenhouses and outdoor areas
- Goethe House, the birthplace of the famous writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, now a museum dedicated to his life and works
- Frankfurt Cathedral, a Gothic-style church with a rich history and stunning architecture.
- Main Tower, a skyscraper with an observation deck providing panoramic views of the city
- Explore the vibrant Kleinmarkthalle, an indoor market offering a variety of local and international foods
- Visit the Senckenberg Natural History Museum, home to an extensive collection of dinosaur fossils and natural exhibits
- Take a leisurely walk along the River Main and enjoy the scenic views
- Experience the lively atmosphere of the Zeil, Frankfurt's premier shopping street.
- 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
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
- 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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