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Museum Ulm – Archaeology
Museum on the famous Ice Age Lion Man and regional archaeology. It presents globally important prehistoric finds from caves in the Swabian Jura.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
kr236
Average ticket price on Sep 18
kr340
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 24 m
Buses on Sep 18
11
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Ulm 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 Ulm will cost around kr340 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr236.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 11 buses from Frankfurt am Main to Ulm, including 8 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 213 km distance in an average of 4 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 4 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Ulm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr281 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. 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 kr281, while a flight costs an average of kr2517.
Distance: 132 miles (213 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
kr281 Average price Cheapest | kr705 Average price | kr2517 Average price | kr495 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Ulm:
A bus is kr424 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Ulm costing on average kr705.
A bus is kr2235 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Ulm costing on average kr2517.
Other travel options to Ulm take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 17m.
Bus takes on average 4h 46m.
Tickets start at around kr281 compared to roughly kr495 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr214. The journey takes 4h 46m versus 3h 22m 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr167 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr230 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr228 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr286 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr228 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr243 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr432 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price kr242 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price kr213 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr335 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price kr369 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price kr201 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr219 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price kr242 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr213 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr213 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price kr300 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr348 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr173 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:03PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h17 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price kr207 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr219 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr173 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr173 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr167 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr213 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr315 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr178 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr318 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr230 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr709 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Ulm buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 12:40 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h55 | 5:35 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 5h15 | 6:20 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 1 transfer | |
54153 · 30488 | 8:55 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 11h25 | 8:20 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 5h50 | 2:50 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 5h35 | 7:20 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 5h05 | 7:20 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h05 | 7:20 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h20 | 9:35 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h40 | 10:25 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h40 | 12:50 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 4h15 | 12:50 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Ulm run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr167 but you can travel from only kr81 by train.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 132 miles (213 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 132 miles (213 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price kr167 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Ulm — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ulm trip today.
Museum on the famous Ice Age Lion Man and regional archaeology. It presents globally important prehistoric finds from caves in the Swabian Jura.
Former monastery museum famed for its splendid late Baroque library hall. One of the most beautiful interiors in the Ulm area and a favorite day trip.
Major art museum with strong modern and contemporary collections, including works tied to Ulm's design heritage. A top cultural stop in the city center.
Broad square beside the minster, ideal for appreciating the church's immense scale. It often hosts events and is a natural pause on any walking route.
Central market square framed by the Town Hall and daily urban life. A practical starting point for sightseeing and one of Ulm's liveliest gathering places.
Waterside promenade along the Danube with open views toward Neu-Ulm. Good for relaxed walks, photos, and linking several historic sights on foot.
Swabian egg noodles often served with cheese and onions or as a side. They are a signature comfort food across Ulm and the wider Swabian region.
Handmade pasta pockets filled with minced meat, spinach, onions, and herbs, usually served in broth or with fried onions. A classic Swabian specialty.
A rich lentil stew served with Spätzle and usually sausages. It is a traditional everyday Swabian dish valued for its hearty, home-style character.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in an elegant setting, known for creative tasting menus and polished service in the heart of Ulm.
Historic traditional restaurant by the cathedral, valued for Swabian classics, local atmosphere, and a central old-town location.
Long-established inn focused on regional cuisine, including Maultaschen and roasts, with a classic, welcoming Swabian dining room.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-range, transit is reasonable, and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is included, but rounding up is standard. Tip restaurants about 5-10%, taxis by rounding up, and cafes by leaving small change.
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Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße -> Ulm Hauptbahnhof, Ulm
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Ulm 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 Ulm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Ulm buses use the Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) to Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Ulm 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.
Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße is 3 km from Ulm city centre. Public transport options include:
Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße. ATMs are available at Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße.
Ticket office support is available at Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße.
Available at Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße: Bus stop is accessible for persons with reduced mobility.
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