The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ulm to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ulm 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 Ulm to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 18 buses that leave Ulm 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 213 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ulm to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 45m. 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 £14, and a flight costs an average of £90.
Distance: 213 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price | £111 Average Price |
4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Ulm to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ulm to Frankfurt am Main coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 07:40 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h50 | 12:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:25 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h20 | 12:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
30489 · 30482 | 09:30 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 13h25 | 22:55 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:20 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 5h05 | 15:25 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 5h30 | 15:50 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:25 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 6h15 | 21:40 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:25 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 5h50 | 21:15 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:20 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 6h05 | 22:25 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 20:25 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h55 | 01:20 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:40 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h35 | 01:15 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:40 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h15 | 00:55 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
FlixBus | 02:35 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h10 | 06:45 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 02:35 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h35 | 07:10 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 05:55 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 5h00 | 10:55 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ulm to Frankfurt am Main
Buses from Ulm to Frankfurt am Main run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 213 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 213 km |
Average bus duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie, Centrotrans Eurolines from Ulm to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Ulm to Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Globtour Medjugorjie, Centrotrans Eurolines for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ulm to Frankfurt am Main coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ulm 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße, which is located around 2.9 miles (4.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36), located 8.4 miles (13.6 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ulm 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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