The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 4 buses that leave Leipzig for Frankfurt am Main every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 293 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 35 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.
FlixBus23:455h05Leipzig, Hbf4:50Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£201One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:105h35Leipzig, Hbf17:45Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£221One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:454h35Leipzig, Hbf4:20Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£241One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:105h05Leipzig, Hbf17:15Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£261One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:454h35Leipzig, Hbf4:20Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£241One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:105h05Leipzig, Hbf17:15Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£261One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:455h05Leipzig, Hbf4:50Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£201One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:105h35Leipzig, Hbf17:45Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. 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 coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £84.
Distance: 293 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price | £122 Average Price |
5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main coaches for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 12:10 Leipzig, Hbf | 5h35 | 17:45 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 Leipzig, Hbf | 5h05 | 17:15 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:45 Leipzig, Hbf | 4h35 | 4:20 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:45 Leipzig, Hbf | 5h05 | 4:50 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main
Buses from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 293 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 293 km |
Average bus duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Leipzig to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig 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 Leipzig 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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