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Städel Museum
Frankfurt’s flagship art museum with major European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. A top choice on the Museumsufer and one of the city’s essential cultural visits.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $123.
Distance: 245 miles (395 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$50 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $242 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $50 (€41).
A train is $198 (€163) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $242 (€199).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 40m.
Bus takes on average 6h 52m.
You'll arrive about -2h -29m sooner (6h 52m by bus vs 5h 23m by car) and save roughly $-31.53 (€-25.95) compared to fuel and tolls ($50 (€41) vs $19 (€15)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:01AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 8h59 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:39PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 11h11 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main buses for tomorrow, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 11:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h35 | 6:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 6h55 | 5:55 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 8h50 | 3:40 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 9h15 | 4:05 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 6h20 | 2:35 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 245 miles (395 km) distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 245 miles (395 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Frankfurt am Main — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Frankfurt am Main trip today.
Frankfurt’s flagship art museum with major European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. A top choice on the Museumsufer and one of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Major exhibition hall presenting high-profile temporary art shows in the historic center near Römer. A strong pick for visitors wanting blockbuster exhibitions and a central location.
One of Germany’s best-known natural history museums, famous for dinosaur skeletons and biodiversity displays. Very popular with families and travelers wanting a break from art museums.
Frankfurt’s central historic square, framed by landmark buildings and reconstructed old-town architecture. It is the city’s classic must-see public space and a common base for walking tours.
Riverside museum district along the Main, ideal for walking between major cultural institutions. One of the best areas for combining architecture, views, and multiple museum visits.
Frankfurt’s best-known shopping street and one of the busiest pedestrian areas in Germany. Worth visiting for its urban energy, central location, and easy access to nearby landmarks.
Thin smoked pork sausages traditionally served with mustard, bread, and potato salad. They are one of Frankfurt’s best-known culinary specialties.
Frankfurt’s famous green herb sauce made with sour cream and chopped herbs, often served with boiled eggs and potatoes. It is a classic regional dish.
A sour milk cheese marinated with onions, vinegar, and oil. This rustic Hessian specialty is common in traditional apple wine taverns.
Frankfurt fine dining institution in Palmengarten, known for refined tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting.
Well-known traditional cider house serving authentic Frankfurt and Hessian cuisine, including Handkäs and apple wine, in a cozy local atmosphere.
A classic Sachsenhausen apple wine tavern known for Grüne Soße, schnitzel, and traditional Hessian dishes in a lively, historic setting.
Prices are high by German standards, especially hotels and dining in central areas, but supermarkets, transit, and casual eats help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis; in restaurants, 5-10% is typical for good service. Tell the server the total amount when paying.
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Flughafen Frankfurt Terminal 1 Busparkplatz P36, Frankfurt am Main -> Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof, Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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.

Most Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main buses use the Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof). Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Frankfurt am Main bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Burger Lounge (0.3 km), Café Paris (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
Available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
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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