Ulm to Frankfurt
This route connects Ulm with Frankfurt by bus, with full details on timetables and prices available below.
Travel options for Ulm to Frankfurt
For a trip from Ulm to Frankfurt, bus is both the fastest and the most cost-effective choice at 18 EUR, taking just 3h y 50 minutes.
Bus from Ulm to Frankfurt
A bus journey from Ulm to Frankfurt leaves from Ulm Long distance, with the first departure at 03:35, and reaches Frankfurt Central or Frankfurt Airport in about 3 hours 50 minutes. Fares begin at 18 EUR, offering a cheap way to travel. Don’t miss the chance to reserve your seat online and ensure a stress-free trip.
Prices: 18 EUR
Duration: 3h 50m – 5h 30m ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Ulm to Frankfurt
- From the station at Ulm Long distance, buses make their way to Frankfurt Central, taking approximately 3h 50m to 5h 30m. Services run from 03:35 until 23:30, and tickets are available from 18 to 23 EUR.
- Board the bus at Ulm Long distance and spend approximately 4h 5m to 5h 5m on the road, arriving at Frankfurt Airport. The bus operates from 03:35 until 23:30 with fares from 18 to 23 EUR.
Cheapest Bus Ulm to Frankfurt
18 EUR, from Ulm Long distance to Frankfurt Airport, departure at some times, duration 4h 15mFastest Bus Ulm to Frankfurt
19 EUR, from Ulm Long distance to Frankfurt Central, departure at 07:40, duration 3h 50mBus Timetable: Ulm Long distance → Frankfurt Airport
- 03:35 07:45 4h 10m 23 EUR
- 11:20 16:25 5h 5m 19 EUR
- 21:40 01:55 4h 15m 18 EUR
- 23:30 03:35 4h 5m 19 EUR
Bus Timetable: Ulm Long distance → Frankfurt Central
- 03:35 08:10 4h 35m 23 EUR
- 07:40 11:30 3h 50m 19 EUR
- 08:40 13:30 4h 50m 19 EUR
- 09:25 13:45 4h 20m 19 EUR
- 11:20 16:50 5h 30m 20 EUR
- 21:25 02:20 4h 55m 18 EUR
- 21:40 02:15 4h 35m 19 EUR
- 23:30 03:55 4h 25m 19 EUR
Frequently Asked Questions Ulm to Frankfurt
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ulm to Frankfurt.
How long does the Ulm to Frankfurt route usually take?
The Ulm to Frankfurt route by bus usually takes about 3 hours 50 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes. The total time varies mainly because some services go to Frankfurt Central and others continue to Frankfurt Airport.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Ulm to Frankfurt?
The cheapest available option on the Ulm to Frankfurt route is the bus, with fares starting at 18 EUR. Prices can go up to 23 EUR depending on the service and destination within Frankfurt.
How much does the Ulm to Frankfurt bus cost overall?
Bus tickets for Ulm to Frankfurt cost about 18 EUR to 23 EUR. The fare range is fairly narrow, so the main difference is usually the exact arrival point and travel time rather than the price.
Which transport is the fastest on the Ulm to Frankfurt route?
The fastest available option listed for Ulm to Frankfurt is the bus service to Frankfurt Central, which takes about 3 hours 50 minutes. Buses to Frankfurt Airport are slightly longer, at about 4 hours 5 minutes to 5 hours 5 minutes.
Where do buses leave and arrive on the Ulm to Frankfurt route?
Buses on the Ulm to Frankfurt route depart from Ulm Long distance. They arrive either at Frankfurt Central or Frankfurt Airport, depending on the service you choose.
How often do buses run from Ulm to Frankfurt?
There are 12 bus departures on the Ulm to Frankfurt route. The schedule includes early morning and late-night options, but no exact interval between departures is listed.
What are the first and last departures for Ulm to Frankfurt?
The first bus from Ulm to Frankfurt leaves at 03:35, and the last departure is at 23:30. This gives travelers a wide spread of departure times across the day.
Is there a difference between going from Ulm to Frankfurt Central and Frankfurt Airport?
Yes. The Ulm Long distance to Frankfurt Central trip takes about 3 hours 50 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes. The Ulm Long distance to Frankfurt Airport trip is a little shorter or similar, at about 4 hours 5 minutes to 5 hours 5 minutes.
How long is the bus from Ulm to Frankfurt Airport compared with Frankfurt Central?
The bus from Ulm to Frankfurt Airport takes about 4 hours 5 minutes to 5 hours 5 minutes. The bus to Frankfurt Central is about 3 hours 50 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes, so the airport service is slightly more consistent in duration.
What should I expect if I book the Ulm to Frankfurt bus?
For the Ulm to Frankfurt bus, fares are 18 EUR to 23 EUR and travel time is about 3 hours 50 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes. The route uses Ulm Long distance as the departure point and serves Frankfurt Central or Frankfurt Airport.
How many Ulm to Frankfurt bus trips are available in a day?
There are 12 bus trips listed for Ulm to Frankfurt. That means the route is served multiple times a day, with departures spread from early morning until late evening.
Where can I book tickets for the Ulm to Frankfurt route?
Tickets for the Ulm to Frankfurt route can be booked on TicketRoutes.com. The site lists the available bus services, including departures from Ulm Long distance and arrivals at Frankfurt Central or Frankfurt Airport.
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