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SEA LIFE Konstanz
Large natural history museum and aquarium focused on Lake Constance, geology, and regional wildlife. Family-friendly and educational.
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
9 h 21 m
Average duration
9 h 56 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Konstanz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Konstanz will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 6 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Konstanz on Sun, Jul 26, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 26 the direct buses cover the 273 km distance in an average of 9 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 21 m .
On Sun, Jul 26 the slowest buses will take 10 h 40 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Konstanz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $171.
Distance: 169 miles (273 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$32 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price | $248 Average price | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Frankfurt am Main to Konstanz:
A bus is $26 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Konstanz costing on average $58 (€58).
A bus is $215 (€215) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Konstanz costing on average $248 (€248).
Other travel options to Konstanz take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 24m.
Bus takes on average 5h 16m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€32) compared to roughly $52 (€52) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19 (€19). The journey takes 5h 16m versus 4h 9m 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:59PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 9h21 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 9h21 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 9h21 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Konstanz buses for today, Saturday, July 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 9h50 | 9:20 AM Konstanz, Neue Rheinbrücke | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, July 26 | |||||
![]() | 12:40 AM Frankfurt am Main | 10h40 | 11:20 AM Konstanz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:45 AM Frankfurt am Main | 10h15 | 11:00 AM Konstanz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 AM Frankfurt am Main | 12h15 | 2:00 PM Konstanz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:35 AM Frankfurt am Main | 10h05 | 1:40 PM Konstanz | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Konstanz run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 169 miles (273 km) distance in 8h 55m.
Distance 169 miles (273 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€22) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Konstanz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Konstanz trip today.
Large natural history museum and aquarium focused on Lake Constance, geology, and regional wildlife. Family-friendly and educational.
Archaeological museum in a former monastery with finds from Lake Constance and regional prehistory. Strong context for local history.
Compact museum on Jan Hus and the Council of Constance, located in a traditional house. Important for European church history.
Konstanz’s old town is packed with medieval lanes, shops, and historic facades. It is the essential area for strolling and atmosphere.
Lakeside promenade beside the harbor with Alpine views on clear days. Ideal for walking, relaxing, and watching boats arrive.
Harbor area centered on ferries, boats, and landmark views. It offers one of the most active and scenic parts of the city.
A layered Black Forest cake with chocolate sponge, cherries and cream. A classic specialty from Baden-Württemberg often found in local cafés.
Cheese noodles with fried onions, popular across Swabia and nearby Lake Constance. It is a comforting regional staple served in inns and homes.
Potato dumplings filled with toasted bread cubes, a southern German side dish common with roasts around Lake Constance and Baden.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in a historic hotel. Known for refined seasonal cuisine, polished service and a classic fine dining atmosphere.
Traditional lakeside restaurant on the island of Reichenau, known for fresh Lake Constance fish and regional dishes in a relaxed setting.
Established brewery restaurant serving hearty German food and house beer. Popular for casual meals in Konstanz’s old town.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and lakeside dining cost more, but transit and casual meals are reasonable versus Munich or Zurich.
Service is included; round up or add 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes.
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Allmannsdorf -> Konstanz Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Konstanz 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 Konstanz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Konstanz buses use the Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) to Konstanz, Neue Rheinbrücke station pair, with some services arriving at Konstanz, Allmannsdorf. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Konstanz 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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