4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£167
Fastest journey
15 h 5 m
Average duration
15 h 56 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
638 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London 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 London to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £167 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £90.
Of the 7 buses that leave London 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 638 km distance in an average of 15 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 16 h 30 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.
FlixBus7:0016h35London, Victoria Coach Station0:35Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£901One-way0 changes- FlixBus7:0016h15London, Victoria Coach Station0:15Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£911One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus20:3016h05London, Victoria Coach Station13:35Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£1181One-way1 change
- FlixBus0:3015h45London, Victoria Coach Station17:15Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£1981One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus0:3016h30London, Victoria Coach Station18:00Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£2181One-way1 change
- FlixBus22:3015h05London, Victoria Coach Station14:35Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£2301One-way0 changes
- FlixBus0:3015h45London, Victoria Coach Station17:15Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£1981One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus20:3016h05London, Victoria Coach Station13:35Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£1181One-way1 change
- FlixBus7:0016h15London, Victoria Coach Station0:15Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£911One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus0:3016h30London, Victoria Coach Station18:00Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£2181One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, and a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 638 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
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£85 Average Price Cheapest | £121 Average Price | £128 Average Price |
17h 21m Average total duration 16h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Frankfurt am Main coaches for today, Thursday 21 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 16h10 | 1:10 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 16h30 | 1:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 20h00 | 17:30 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 18h55 | 16:25 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 21h25 | 20:25 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 22h30 | 21:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 22h01 | 23:00 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| Friday 22 May | |||||
| FlixBus | 0:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 15h45 | 17:15 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 16h30 | 18:00 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 16h15 | 0:15 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 16h35 | 0:35 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book London to Frankfurt am Main coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or Union Ivkoni International to find the best option for your trip from London to Frankfurt am Main.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Frankfurt am Main.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or Union Ivkoni International to find the best option for your trip from London to Frankfurt am Main.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from London to Frankfurt am Main.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Frankfurt am Main
United Kingdom
Germany
Buses from London to Frankfurt am Main run on average 7 times per day, taking around 16h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 638 km distance in 15h 5m.
Distance 638 km |
Average bus duration 16h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 15h 5m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 70 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International from London to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between London to Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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BlaBlaCar Bus
Union Ivkoni International
Coaches from London to Frankfurt
Travelling to Frankfurt by bus from the UK capital is an excellent transport option. Flixbus offers a single direct service every day, which leaves just after 9:00 p.m. and takes 13 hours 50 minutes. Indirect services are also available every day, and often take just an hour longer to reach Frankfurt am Main.
Which coach companies travel from London to Frankfurt?
Flixbus is the only company that offers buses from London to Frankfurt am Main, running direct buses from London Victoria Coach Station to Frankfurt's Hauptbahnhof.
How long is the coach from London to Frankfurt?
Travellers can expect a fairly long coach trip between London and Frankfurt. Direct buses take 13 hours 50 minutes to reach their destination, while indirect services will take between 14 hours 55 minutes and 17 hours 15 minutes. However, services often travel overnight, so the journey may well be a convenient option.
How many coaches are there from London to Frankfurt?
Flixbus offers a single direct departure from London every day of the week, generally leaving shortly after 9:00 p.m. and arriving in Frankfurt around lunch time. There should also be 2 indirect services every day, which will require a stop at Köln, Flughafen.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from London to Frankfurt?
Departure Station: All coaches from London to Frankfurt will depart from London Victoria Coach Station. Located in west London, the Coach Station is easy to reach from any part of the capital. Most of the time, the best way to reach bus services is via the London Underground, which serves nearby Victoria Tube Station. Overground trains run into Victoria from south-eastern cities, while express buses connect Victoria to London's airports as well. Travellers can grab snacks and supplies at the Coach Station, but a wider range of shopping options is available across the road in Victoria Station.
Arrival Station: Coaches from London will arrive at Frankfurt's Hauptbahnhof Ferbusse (the main bus station). The bus terminal is located in the same complex as the city's main railway station, making onward travel to suburbs or regional cities very easy. Anyone who wants to head into the centre of Frankfurt can hop on the S-Bahn as well, and the connection should take around 10 minutes. Taxis can also be found outside the bus station doors.
FAQs: London to Frankfurt am Main coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Frankfurt am Main
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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
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