The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£110
Fastest journey
20 h 40 m
Average duration
22 h 46 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
847 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £71.
To travel from Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus1:4022h30Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)1:10Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£711One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus1:4022h50Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)1:30Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£771One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:2525h05Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)1:30Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£951One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:2524h45Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)1:10Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£1121One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:2523h05Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)17:30Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£1361One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus17:2520h40Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)15:05Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£1391One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus1:4022h30Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)1:10Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£711One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus1:4022h50Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)1:30Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£771One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:2523h05Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)17:30Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£1361One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:2524h45Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)1:10Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£1121One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a flight costs an average of £166.
Distance: 847 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£89 Average Price Cheapest | £281 Average Price |
21h 36m Average total duration 21h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 5.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main coaches for today, Wednesday 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:25 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 20h40 | 15:05 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:25 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 23h05 | 17:30 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 24h45 | 1:10 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 25h05 | 1:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 2 changes | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 22h50 | 1:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 22h30 | 1:10 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main
Buses from Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main run on average 5 times per day, taking around 21h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 847 km distance in 20h 40m.
Distance 847 km |
Average bus duration 21h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 20h 40m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Cardiff to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus for as low as £46. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main by coach. 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 coach, 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.

- 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
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Frankfurt am Main
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
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