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Städel Museum
Frankfurt’s premier fine 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 cultural highlights.
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 51 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Magdeburg to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Magdeburg to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Magdeburg to Frankfurt am Main without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Magdeburg to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $115.
Distance: 188 miles (303 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price | $164 Average price | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg 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 Magdeburg to Frankfurt am Main:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Magdeburg to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $72 (€58).
A bus is $120 (€97) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Magdeburg to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $164 (€132).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 57m.
Bus takes on average 5h 52m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€35) compared to roughly $75 (€61) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $32 (€26). The journey takes 5h 52m versus 4h 32m 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, Ecolines.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
The table below shows live departures for Magdeburg to Frankfurt am Main buses for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Magdeburg, ZOB | 11h45 | 1:00 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Magdeburg, ZOB | 12h20 | 4:05 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Magdeburg, ZOB | 11h30 | 4:50 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Magdeburg, ZOB | 10h25 | 9:10 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Magdeburg, ZOB | 11h00 | 9:45 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Magdeburg, ZOB | 8h05 | 5:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Magdeburg, ZOB | 8h35 | 5:45 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 AM Magdeburg, ZOB | 8h15 | 5:55 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 AM Magdeburg, ZOB | 8h55 | 6:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Magdeburg to Frankfurt am Main run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 188 miles (303 km) distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 188 miles (303 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 56 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 premier fine 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 cultural highlights.
One of Germany’s most famous natural history museums, especially popular for its dinosaur skeletons and family-friendly science displays.
Leading contemporary art museum known for its bold architecture and strong postwar and modern collections. Ideal for visitors interested in cutting-edge exhibitions.
Frankfurt’s historic central square, lined with reconstructed timber-frame houses and key civic landmarks. Essential for first-time visitors.
Rebuilt old town quarter between Römerberg and the cathedral, blending historic character with modern reconstruction. Very popular for photos and strolling.
Riverside museum district on both banks of the Main, ideal for walking, architecture, and cultural stops. One of Frankfurt’s signature urban areas.
Thin smoked pork sausages with protected regional status, traditionally gently heated and served with bread, mustard, and potato salad.
Frankfurt’s famous cold herb sauce made with seven herbs, usually mixed with sour cream or yogurt and served with eggs or boiled potatoes.
A tangy sour milk cheese marinated with onions, vinegar, and oil. A classic apple wine tavern snack strongly associated with Hesse.
Upscale dining venue with skyline views, refined modern cuisine, and a special-occasion atmosphere in one of Frankfurt’s landmark towers.
Classic Sachsenhausen apple wine tavern known for Grüne Soße, schnitzel, and other Frankfurt staples in a lively traditional setting.
Well-known historic Ebbelwoi restaurant serving hearty Hessian dishes such as Handkäs, ribs, and apple wine in a rustic atmosphere.
Prices are high by German standards, especially for hotels and dining in central areas, but supermarkets and transit stay reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service, usually by telling the total when paying.
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Flughafen Frankfurt Terminal 1 Busparkplatz P36, Frankfurt am Main -> Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof, Frankfurt am Main
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