Munich to Frankfurt am Main bus
Cheap bus tickets from Munich to Frankfurt am Main
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Bus times from Munich to Frankfurt am Main
Fastest Journey
3 h 23 m
Average
4 h 7 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
304 km
Of the 9 buses that leave Munich for Frankfurt am Main every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Bus from Munich to Frankfurt am Main
 | Distance | 188 miles (304 km) |
 | Average bus duration | 6 h |
 | Average bus ticket price | $25 (€23) |
 | Bus frequency | 10 a day |
 | Direct bus | Yes, there are 6 direct buses a day |
 | Bus companies | BlaBlaCar Bus, Nomago, Globtour Medjugorjie d. O. O. Eurolines France, Flixbus, Eurolines Switzerland, Infobus, Eurolines Germany, Croatia Bus d. O. O. BlaBlaCar or Pinkbus |
Buses from Munich to Frankfurt am Main cover the 188 miles (304 km) long route taking on average 6 h with our travel partners like BlaBlaCar Bus, Nomago, Globtour Medjugorjie d. O. O. Eurolines France, Flixbus, Eurolines Switzerland, Infobus, Eurolines Germany, Croatia Bus d. O. O. BlaBlaCar or Pinkbus. Normally, there are 10 buses operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $25 (€23), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $20 (€18). Travelers depart most frequently from München Hbf and arrive in Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen (Terminal 1).
Bus providers: FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus from Munich to Frankfurt am Main
You can travel by bus between Munich and Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $20 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
FlixBus from Munich to Frankfurt am Main bus information:
- Average Duration: 5 h 57 min
- Average Price: $20
- FlixBus frequency: 6 a day
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a popular French bus company from France operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe and connecting over 300 destinations. It is a subsidiary of the French carpooling service, BlaBlaCar. Standard amenities on BlaBlaCar Bus include toilets, air conditioning, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long bus journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. There is also free Wi-Fi available on select routes. The only ticket type from BlaBlaCar Bus is the Standard ticket, which allows each traveler to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags.
Buses from Munich to Frankfurt
Buses in Germany are a convenient way to travel both domestically and internationally. There are a couple of bus companies to choose from when traveling from Munich to Frankfurt. The main bus companies traveling from Munich to Frankfurt are Flixbus and Eurolines, which make the journey over 40 times per day. Direct Munich to Frankfurt buses take between 4:45 and 7:40 h to arrive in Frankfurt. Indirect buses which require a transfer usually take between 5½ and 10½ hours. Buses depart from either München ZOB (central bus station) or München Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz bus station and arrive at either Frankfurt's Hauptbahnhof (train station) or Flughafen Terminal 2 (airport). The first bus departs Munich at 3:30 a.m. while the last bus leaves at 12:30 a.m.
Munich to Frankfurt Bus Cost
Average prices for buses from Munich to Frankfurt when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€32 |
1 Day in Advance |
€25 |
1 Week in Advance |
€23 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€22 |
1 Month in Advance |
€21 |
3 Months in Advance |
€21 |
Munich to Frankfurt Buses: General Information
Munich to Frankfurt buses are run by either Flixbus and Eurolines.- Some buses are direct; however, occasional journeys require a transfer in Nuremberg, Karlsruhe, Mannheim, Bamberg, Heidelberg, Regensburg, or Stuttgart. All buses depart from either München ZOB Hackerbruecke or Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz bus station and arrive at either Frankfurt's Hauptbahnhof or Flughafen Terminal 2.
- Traveling from Munich to Frankfurt by bus takes as little as 4 hours and 45 minutes to arrive in Frankfurt.
- Most travelers book their Munich to Frankfurt bus ticket a day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above illustrates, ticket prices on Munich to Frankfurt buses decrease the further they are booked in advance:
- It is 22% cheaper on average to purchase a Munich to Frankfurt bus ticket a day ahead of time rather than on the day you intend to travel.
- It is 28% cheaper on average to book a Munich to Frankfurt bus ticket a week in advance as opposed to purchasing a ticket at the station.
- Munich to Frankfurt bus tickets are 34% cheaper on average when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a bus ticket the day of.
Taking the Bus from Munich
Passengers traveling on buses from Munich to Frankfurt will usually catch their bus at Munchen ZOB Hackerbrucke (also known as Munich Central Bus Station). This bus station is centrally located in Munich and is situated in the Maxvorstadt area. Local and long distance intercity buses operate day and night services out of the station. The main train station is also a short walking distance away. Travelers also have the option to arrive at the bus station via taxi – the taxi rank is located just outside the station entrance.
Getting into Frankfurt Am Main by bus
Frankfurt is an attractive city that offers its visitors plenty to see and do. It is home to well-kept parks, a lively student scene, a vibrant nightlife and a variety of museums and art galleries. Points of interest in Frankfurt Am Main include Frankfurt Cathedral, the Historical Museum, Frankfurt Opera House and Goethe Tower. Buses from Munich to Frankfurt Am Main usually arrive at Hbf Sudseite. There are also services to Frankfurt Main Airport. Hbf Sudseite is well-served by public transport, including bus and rail. Frankfurt Central railway station is conveniently located on the same site as the bus terminal. There are frequent local bus services to and from the station, including night services that operate until 4 a.m. There is also a taxi rank situated outside the station.
Travel Tips: Bus to Frankfurt am Main from Munich
Some of the Munich bus stations to Frankfurt am Main you can start your journey from include München, ZOB, Munich, Goeppert Mayer Straße/ Frottmain and Munich, Hauptbahnhof Nord. Similarly, some of the arrival bus stations in Frankfurt am Main include Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen (Terminal 1), Frankfurt am Main, Mannheimer Straße (Hauptbahnhof) and Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof Fernbusse.
When traveling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from München Hbf and arriving in Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen (Terminal 1).
Passengers booking this route most frequently board their buses from München Hbf and need to travel around 2.3 miles (3.7 km) from the city center to get to this bus station.
Passengers arriving in Frankfurt am Main most often arrive at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen (Terminal 1) and need to travel around 9.2 miles (14.9 km) from this bus station to the city center.
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