How to get to Frankfurt am Main from Bristol

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Compare coach and flight for Bristol to Frankfurt am Main

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £112 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 2.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £112, while a flight costs an average of £336.

Distance: 806 km

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£112

Average Price

Cheapest

£336

Average Price

£59

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

20h 38m

Average total duration

20h 8m

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30m

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4h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 26m

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2h 0m

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10h 36m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.8 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

2.4 - 4.8kg

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KLM

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The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main is a coach with an average price of £112.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main:

A coach is £224 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main costing on average £336.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 26m.

Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:

Coach takes on average 20h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Frankfurt am Main including taking a coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £112 compared to roughly £59 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£52. The journey takes 20h 8m versus 10h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main

How to get to Frankfurt am Main from Bristol by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:0524h15
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    7:20Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    £721One-way
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:0524h15
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    7:20Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    £721One-way
    2 changes

Fastest

  • Edelweiss AirLX8285+LufthansaLX3610
    16:053h55
    Bristol Airport
    21:00Frankfurt am Main Airport
    £1451One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:0524h40
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    7:45Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    £801One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    18:3521h55
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    17:30Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    £841One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    19:3526h25
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    23:00Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    £861One-way
    2 changes
  • Edelweiss AirLX8285+LufthansaLX3630
    16:0517h25
    Bristol Airport
    10:30Frankfurt am Main Airport
    £1451One-way
    1 change
  • Edelweiss AirLX8285+LufthansaLX3612
    16:0516h15
    Bristol Airport
    9:20Frankfurt am Main Airport
    £1731One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Frankfurt am Main by train

The most popular day trips by train from Frankfurt am Main are Cologne, Mainz, Heidelberg, Wiesbaden and Mannheim. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Frankfurt am Main on Omio.

A view of Cologne

Day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne by train

Why visit Cologne for the day?

Cologne is known for its towering cathedral, Roman heritage and relaxed Rhineland spirit. Museums, riverfront views and a strong brewing culture give the city an open, sociable feel.

A view of Mainz

Day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Mainz by train

Why visit Mainz for the day?

Mainz on the Rhine is known for its Roman past, Gutenberg heritage and relaxed wine culture. Its old town, cathedral and riverside give the state capital a lively but easy-going feel.

A view of Heidelberg

Day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Heidelberg by train

Why visit Heidelberg for the day?

Heidelberg is a historic university city on the River Neckar, known for its baroque Altstadt and Heidelberg Castle. A large student population keeps the city lively, while riverside views and the Philosophenweg reflect its Romantic past.

A view of Wiesbaden

Day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Wiesbaden by train

Why visit Wiesbaden for the day?

Wiesbaden is known for its thermal springs, stately architecture and refined spa-town character. Set near the Rhine, it blends leafy parks, elegant squares and a calm, affluent atmosphere.

A view of Mannheim

Day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Mannheim by train

Why visit Mannheim for the day?

Mannheim is known for its grid-plan centre, industrial heritage and confident cultural life. The Baroque palace, the Wasserturm and a strong music scene give the city a practical yet distinctive character.

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FAQs: Bristol to Frankfurt am Main

Travel to Frankfurt am Main easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bristol and Frankfurt am Main including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main is a coach with an average price of £112.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main:

A coach is £224 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main costing on average £336.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 26m.

Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:

Coach takes on average 20h 38m.

The Bristol to Frankfurt am Main distance is approximately 806 km.
The average frequency per day from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main is:
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 9 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and Frankfurt am Main as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bristol Airport and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and arrive in Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Frankfurt am Main by coach.
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, Eastern Airways, KLM to go to Frankfurt am Main by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, London, Berlin, Barcelona, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Frankfurt am Main and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Bristol to Frankfurt am Main, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
In Frankfurt am Main, you can ascend the Main Tower for panoramic city views, explore the vibrant Kleinmarkthalle for diverse culinary delights, and visit the Senckenberg Natural History Museum, renowned for its dinosaur fossils. Stroll along the River Main for scenic vistas, and enjoy the bustling atmosphere of the Zeil, the city's premier shopping street. Key sights include the historic Römer city hall, the Städel Museum with its extensive art collection, the Palmengarten botanical garden, the Goethe House museum, and the impressive Frankfurt Cathedral.
To explore the key attractions and get a sense of the city, you typically need about 2 to 3 days in Frankfurt am Main.

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