The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 17 buses that leave Stuttgart for Frankfurt am Main every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 152 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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.
8:402h10Stuttgart10:50Frankfurt am Main£91One-way0 changes
14:002h10Stuttgart16:10Frankfurt am Main£111One-way0 changes
6:302h30Stuttgart9:00Frankfurt am Main£121One-way0 changes
FlixBus22:503h30Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof2:20Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£131One-way0 changes
FlixBus22:303h50Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe2:20Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£131One-way0 changes
8:001h30Stuttgart9:30Frankfurt am Main£131One-way0 changes
6:302h00Stuttgart8:30Frankfurt am Main£151One-way0 changes
8:402h10Stuttgart10:50Frankfurt am Main£91One-way0 changes
14:002h10Stuttgart16:10Frankfurt am Main£111One-way0 changes
6:302h30Stuttgart9:00Frankfurt am Main£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £91.
Distance: 152 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price | £118 Average Price |
3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main coaches for today, Friday 24 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:30 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 6h00 | 5:30 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
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FlixBus | 4:45 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 3h00 | 7:45 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 3h25 | 8:10 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:14 Stuttgart | 4h11 | 12:25 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:00 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 3h30 | 13:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
30489 · 30482 | 11:50 Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB | 12h05 | 23:55 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 12:14 Stuttgart | 4h11 | 16:25 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:30 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 3h55 | 16:25 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 4h20 | 16:50 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 3h55 | 16:40 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:30 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 3h35 | 19:05 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 3h50 | 2:20 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:50 Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 3h30 | 2:20 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 Globtour Medjugorjie to find the best option for your trip from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main
Buses from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
There are 16 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 152 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 152 km |
Average bus duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie from Stuttgart to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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.
- Globtour Medjugorjie
- A passenger can receive a partial refund if a written request is submitted at least 24 hours before the journey (25% fee) or between 24 and 12 hours before (50% fee)
- tickets cannot be canceled or refunded within 12 hours of departure.
- 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.
- Globtour Medjugorjie
- An additional fee may be charged by the driver for storing luggage in the compartment, with prices varying by route.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stuttgart and Frankfurt am Main
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Local Bakery (in the station)
- Available outside the station for convenient access to the city and surrounding areas.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 122, 806, X3 Train: S2, S3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Express (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Swabian Delights (0.5 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 122, 806, 828 Train: S2, S3
- 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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