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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Frankfurt am Main to Erfurt
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Erfurt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Erfurt will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 10 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Erfurt every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 192 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Frankfurt am Main to Erfurt
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Erfurt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 192 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price |
3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Erfurt bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Erfurt coaches for today, Sunday 7 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus | 08:55 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 4h15 | 13:10 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:25 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h45 | 13:10 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 8 December | |||||
| FlixBus | 00:15 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h30 | 03:45 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 00:40 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h05 | 03:45 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 05:10 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h35 | 08:45 Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Erfurt
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Erfurt run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £10 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 192 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 192 km |
Average bus duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Frankfurt am Main to ErfurtYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Erfurt with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Erfurt coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Erfurt 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 Erfurt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36), which is located around 8.4 miles (13.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Erfurt
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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