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Frankfurt am Main to Munich Coach Timetable
Coach from Frankfurt am Main to Munich: Journey Information
19 coaches operate daily from Frankfurt am Main to Munich. The coach trip from Frankfurt am Main to Munich is usually about 5 hours and 55 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest FlixBus coach can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 189 mi (305 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 40m |
| Cheapest price | £15.09 |
| Trips per day | 17 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 1 |
How much is a coach ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Munich?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Munich was £16.81. At this price, taking the train is the cheap and easy way to go. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Munich if you book your train tickets at least 18 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra £13.82.
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By booking your coach trip from Frankfurt am Main to Munich on Wanderu at least 18 days ahead of time, you can save about £13.82 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
What coach companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Munich?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Frankfurt am Main to Munich. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 19 | 5h 55m | £28.60 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 19 trips from Frankfurt am Main to Munich, and usually makes the trip in about 5 hours and 55 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Frankfurt am Main to Munich
Flixbus has the most amenities of any bus carrier between Frankfurt and Munich, such as free Wi-Fi, clean restrooms and extra legroom. Additional features include access to power outlets for charging your devices, overhead space to store your baggage, and an entertainment portal with movies, music, games and real-time tracking of where you are along your route.
Yes, buses departing from Frankfurt drive south on the autobahn to get to Munich. The fastest route will take you down Bundesautobahn 3 to Bundesautobahn 6, and covers almost 400 kilometers (242 miles).
Contrary to popular belief, speed limits are often posted and enforced along the autobahn. Only very specific stretches are unrestricted, at which point vehicles are advised to go no faster than 130 kilometres per hour (81 mph). On the most common route from Frankfurt to Munich, there are many unrestricted sections, although your bus will not accelerate to a dangerous speed.
The coach takes an average of 5 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 189 miles from Frankfurt am Main to Munich. However, the fastest coach only takes 4 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking coaches from Frankfurt am Main to Munich. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the coach and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Frankfurt am Main to Munich, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 19 scheduled coaches that travel from Frankfurt am Main to Munich every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 17 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Munich; ticket prices start at £26.78.
City Information
Frankfurt am Main
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Frankfurt is Germany's financial hub, home to the European Central Bank. This riverside city offers a variety of cultural and historical attractions scattered between its financial institutions and shops.
Your first stop should be Old Town, along the river Main. Once the centre of the city, the Old Town district is now the site of the Römer, or city hall, along a row of picturesque timber houses. Stop in Kleinmarkthalle, a bustling indoor market, to grab a sausage for a snack before wandering through some of Old Town's museums: Saalgasse, Dommuseum, and Museum für Moderne Kunst (Museum MMK) will get you started. Two of Frankfurt's most prominent churches, St. Bartholomew Cathedral and St. Nicholas Church, are also in the area.
Food is always delightful in Frankfurt. Several Michelin-star restaurants will entice you, including Restaurant Lafleur, Restaurant Gustav, Restaurant Villa Merton, and Carmelo Greco. If you prefer more affordable dining and lively nightlife, head to the Bahnhofsviertel neighbourhood near the city's train station.
The train station in Bahnhofsviertel serves national and international rail lines for Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, vlexx, and Railjet. You can also reach Frankfurt easily on coach carriers like FlixBus and Sindbad. Plus, flying in and out of Frankfurt is a breeze, as the airport is one of the largest in Germany and the main hub for the Lufthansa airline.
Munich
Boasting a quaint beauty that has withstood the test of time, Munich is a vibrant city where the old meets the new. One of the most noticeable events in the city is Oktoberfest. The festival is the largest beer festival in the world, and it is here that you can enjoy a huge variety of beers, as well as local specialties and themed entertainment. For those who want to learn more about the city’s architectural history, consider visiting the Church of Our Lady, which features two unique dome-topped towers, forming an eye-catching part of Munich’s skyline. If you simply wish to enjoy a stroll around town, the English Garden, with its signature Chinesischen Turm, will offer the reprieve you need.
Among the local favorites in the city are Spatenhaus and Haxnbauer, both of which serve authentic hearty Munich dishes. For a more affordable dinner, you could check out the beer gardens such as Seehaus Biergarten or Augustinerkeller.
München Hauptbahnhof, located at the center of Munich, is the principal train station in the city serving all Deutsche Bahn trains that pass through town. Munich’s Central Bus Station is located in the heart of the city, making it easy to catch a bus by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus or Sindbad. The main airport is the Franz Josef Strauss International Airport, which lies 19 miles northeast of the city center.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Frankfurt am Main?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Central Bus Station
Frankfurt Central Bus Station, locally known as Busterminal Frankfurt, is the city's main bus terminal and is located directly next to Frankfurt HBF (the central train station). The terminal is a hub for coach services throughout Europe, like Flixbus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus, and Arda Tur. Nearby you will find a coffee shop, ATMs, toilets, and luggage storage. In the immediate vicinity, there is a Tokyo Inn and Ibis hotel, numerous restaurants, and a five-minute walk from the city center.
All coach stations in Frankfurt am Main:
Central Bus Station
Frankfurt Main Airport P36
Where does the coach arrive in Munich?
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Main arrival station: Central Bus Station
Munich's Central Bus Station (or ZOB) is very close to the city's train station and within a short walk of Old Town. As the centre of Munich's coach travel services, this station welcomes coach lines like FlixBus and RegioJet. The station is expansive, with multiple stories of offices that overlook the train tracks outside. Passengers will find many fast-food options, as well as convenience stores, ATMs, and public restrooms inside the station.
Coach stations in Munich:
Central Bus Station
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