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Limburgs Museum
The Main regional museum for Limburg, with changing exhibitions on history, culture, and art. It is the city’s best-known museum and a strong first stop for understanding the region.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Venlo 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 Venlo will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 4 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Venlo on Fri, Jun 26, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct buses cover the 225 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest buses will take 6 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Venlo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. 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 $24, and a flight costs an average of $111.
Distance: 139 miles (225 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $84 Average price | $137 Average price | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg 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 Venlo:
A bus is $51 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Venlo costing on average $84 (€70).
A bus is $104 (€86) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Venlo costing on average $137 (€114).
Other travel options to Venlo take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 8m.
Train takes on average 4h 16m.
Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $61 (€51) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $28 (€23). The journey takes 4h 8m 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.
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 04:25AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Venlo buses for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:20 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 6h00 | 4:20 AM Venlo, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 5h25 | 4:20 AM Venlo, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Venlo run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 139 miles (225 km) distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 139 miles (225 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 2:35 AM |
Last bus 10:55 PM |
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A riverside promenade along the Meuse with pleasant walking views and easy access to the center. It is popular for strolling, especially around sunset.
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Prices are moderate by Dutch standards. Groceries and casual meals are fair, while hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares; small tips in cafes are optional.
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