The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ulm to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Buses per day
13
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 £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 13 buses that leave Ulm for Frankfurt am Main every day 12 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 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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.
FlixBus8:404h50Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße13:30Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£181One-way0 changes
FlixBus3:354h10Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße7:45Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£181One-way0 changes
FlixBus3:354h35Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße8:10Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£191One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:254h55Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße2:20Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£191One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:404h15Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße1:55Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£191One-way0 changes
FlixBus7:403h50Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße11:30Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£191One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:304h05Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße3:35Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£191One-way0 changes
FlixBus3:354h10Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße7:45Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£181One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:404h15Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße1:55Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£191One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:254h20Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße13:45Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£191One-way0 changes
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 £92.
Distance: 213 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price | £129 Average Price |
4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m 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, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 21:40 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h15 | 1:55 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:40 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h35 | 2:15 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:30 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h05 | 3:35 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:30 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h25 | 3:55 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
FlixBus | 3:35 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h10 | 7:45 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:35 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h35 | 8:10 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 3h50 | 11:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h50 | 13:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:25 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h20 | 13:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
30489 · 30482 | 10:30 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 13h25 | 23:55 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:20 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 5h30 | 16:50 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 5h05 | 16:25 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:25 Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h55 | 2:20 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 3h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
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 3h 50m.
Distance 213 km |
Average bus duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Ulm to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Ulm to Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar 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.

- 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 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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