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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€61
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€87
Fastest journey on Sep 19
21 h
Average journey duration on Sep 19
22 h 5 m
Buses on Sep 19
7
Distance
956 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around €87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €61.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 7 buses from Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport, including 7 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 956 km distance in an average of 22 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 21 h .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 23 h 25 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.
4:25 PM23h00Rome3:25 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport€611One-way0 transfers- 10:45 AM21h00Rome7:45 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport€711One-way0 transfers
- 4:00 PM23h25Rome3:25 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport€741One-way0 transfers
- 10:35 PM24h40Rome11:15 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport€801One-way0 transfers
2:20 PM32h15Rome10:35 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport€901One-way0 transfers
- 7:45 PM21h00Rome4:45 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport€1131One-way0 transfers
- 10:45 AM21h00Rome7:45 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport€711One-way0 transfers
- 3:00 PM22h00Rome1:00 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport€1211One-way0 transfers
- 4:25 PM23h00Rome3:25 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport€611One-way0 transfers
- 4:00 PM23h25Rome3:25 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport€741One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €116 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €116, while a flight costs an average of €463.
Distance: 594 miles (956 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€116 Average price Cheapest | €463 Average price | €300 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 20m Average total duration 19h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A train is €58 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average €116.
A train is €405 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average €463.
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 17m.
Bus takes on average 19h 50m.
Tickets start at around €116 compared to roughly €300 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €184. The journey takes 19h 50m versus 11h 57m 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.
Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €69 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 40h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 32h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 23h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 24h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 24h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €90 |
Live departures
Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 22h00 | 3:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 21h35 | 3:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 21h35 | 5:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 21h00 | 6:45 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 24h40 | 12:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2 transfers | |
| 10:45 AM Rome | 21h00 | 7:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Buses from Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 19h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €60 but you can travel from only €23 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 07:25, the last at 21:35. The fastest bus covers the 594 miles (956 km) distance in 17h 55m.
Distance 594 miles (956 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €60 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 17h 55m |
First bus 7:25 AM |
Last bus 9:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Rome to Frankfurt am Main AirportYou can travel by bus between Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Most Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Frankfurt am Main Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina from Rome city centre
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina bus station facilities and services
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. ATMs are aTM available near ticket office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Getting to Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) from Rome city centre
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