The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen 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 Tübingen will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 5 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Tübingen on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 179 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 4 h 35 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.
FlixBus9:20 AM4h00Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)1:20 PMTübingen, Hauptbahnhof$261One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:45 AM4h35Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)1:20 PMTübingen, Hauptbahnhof$271One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus8:00 PM4h35Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)12:35 AMTübingen, Hauptbahnhof$281One-way1 transfer
FlixTrain+
FlixBus8:05 PM4h30Frankfurt South station12:35 AMTübingen, Hauptbahnhof$281One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus8:10 PM4h25Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)12:35 AMTübingen, Hauptbahnhof$311One-way1 transfer
FlixBus9:20 AM4h00Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)1:20 PMTübingen, Hauptbahnhof$261One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus8:10 PM4h25Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)12:35 AMTübingen, Hauptbahnhof$311One-way1 transfer
FlixTrain+
FlixBus8:05 PM4h30Frankfurt South station12:35 AMTübingen, Hauptbahnhof$281One-way1 transfer
FlixBus8:45 AM4h35Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)1:20 PMTübingen, Hauptbahnhof$271One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus8:00 PM4h35Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)12:35 AMTübingen, Hauptbahnhof$281One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 40m. 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 $18, and a flight costs an average of $122.
Distance: 111 miles (179 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $68 Average price | $194 Average price | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg 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 Tübingen:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen costing on average $68 (€56).
A bus is $165 (€135) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen costing on average $194 (€159).
Other travel options to Tübingen take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 23m.
Bus takes on average 3h 42m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $40 (€33) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $11 (€9). The journey takes 3h 42m versus 2h 54m 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.
Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:03PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 8h32 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:03PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 4h32 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:04PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 4h31 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 9h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h35 | 1:20 PM Tübingen, Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 4h00 | 1:20 PM Tübingen, Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h35 | 12:35 AM Tübingen, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:05 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h30 | 12:35 AM Tübingen, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 4h25 | 12:35 AM Tübingen, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen
Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 111 miles (179 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 111 miles (179 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ecolines from Frankfurt am Main to TübingenYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ecolines for as low as $18 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen 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 Tübingen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Ecolines
- Assistance
- Designated seating
- Assistance with luggage.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ecolines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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.
- Ecolines
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Ecolines
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ecolines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen
- 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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