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What is the best way to travel from Ulm to Frankfurt am Main?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Buses and Carpool for the journey to Frankfurt am Main from Ulm. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
3h 16m
£15
£21
74
Bus
4h 20m
£14
£22
14

What is the cheapest way to reach Frankfurt am Main from Ulm?

You can get to Frankfurt am Main with just £14 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £14
tomorrow
Friday
from £14
Saturday
from £25
Sunday
from £26
Monday
from £14
Tuesday
from £24

    Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    17:20
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    23:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    4h 25m
    0
    23:30
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    03:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    17:10
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    02:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    12:50
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    22:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • Cheapest Trains today

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 52m
    0
    23:03
    Ulm
    Central Station
    04:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £18
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 16m
    0
    12:19
    Ulm
    Central Station
    15:35
    Frankfurt am Main
    West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 16m
    0
    13:03
    Ulm
    Central Station
    16:19
    Frankfurt am Main
    West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 16m
    0
    14:19
    Ulm
    Central Station
    17:35
    Frankfurt am Main
    West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    4h 50m
    0
    08:45
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    13:35
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    4h 55m
    0
    21:25
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    02:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    4h 25m
    0
    23:30
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    03:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    4h 20m
    0
    09:25
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    13:45
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 29m
    0
    04:47
    Ulm
    Central Station
    08:16
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 21m
    0
    20:01
    Ulm
    Central Station
    23:22
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £18
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 44m
    0
    21:03
    Ulm
    Central Station
    00:47
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £18
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 20m
    0
    05:03
    Ulm
    Central Station
    09:23
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    11h 10m
    0
    08:50
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    20:00
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    13:45
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    22:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    9h 10m
    0
    23:45
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    16:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    02:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    11h 10m
    0
    08:50
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    20:00
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    13:45
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    22:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    17:10
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    02:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    21:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    07:15
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    4h 35m
    0
    03:35
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    08:10
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    4h 50m
    0
    08:45
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    13:35
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    17:20
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    23:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    4h 20m
    0
    09:25
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    13:45
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    12:50
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    22:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    13:45
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    02:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    15:40
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    05:50
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24

What are the fastest trips from Ulm to Frankfurt am Main?

You can get to Frankfurt am Main from Ulm in just 3h 16m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 3h 16m
tomorrow
Friday
from 3h 21m
Saturday
from 8h 45m
Sunday
from 8h 45m
Monday
from 4h 20m
Tuesday
from 9h 40m

    Fastest Trains today

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 16m
    0
    12:19
    Ulm
    Central Station
    15:35
    Frankfurt am Main
    West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 16m
    0
    13:03
    Ulm
    Central Station
    16:19
    Frankfurt am Main
    West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 16m
    0
    14:19
    Ulm
    Central Station
    17:35
    Frankfurt am Main
    West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 52m
    0
    23:03
    Ulm
    Central Station
    04:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £18
  • Fastest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    4h 25m
    0
    23:30
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    03:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    17:20
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    23:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    12:50
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    22:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    17:10
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    02:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 21m
    0
    20:01
    Ulm
    Central Station
    23:22
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £18
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 29m
    0
    04:47
    Ulm
    Central Station
    08:16
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £15
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 44m
    0
    21:03
    Ulm
    Central Station
    00:47
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £18
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 20m
    0
    05:03
    Ulm
    Central Station
    09:23
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    4h 20m
    0
    09:25
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    13:45
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    4h 25m
    0
    23:30
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    03:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    4h 35m
    0
    03:35
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    08:10
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    4h 50m
    0
    08:45
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    13:35
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    13:45
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    22:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    9h 10m
    0
    23:45
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    21:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    07:15
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36
  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    16:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    02:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    13:45
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    22:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    9h 10m
    0
    23:45
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    17:10
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    02:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    9h 45m
    0
    21:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    07:15
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    4h 20m
    0
    09:25
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    13:45
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    4h 35m
    0
    03:35
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    08:10
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    4h 50m
    0
    08:45
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    13:35
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    11:20
    Ulm
    Central Bus Station
    16:50
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    12:50
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    22:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    13:45
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    02:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    15:40
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    05:50
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Ulm to Frankfurt am Main

What are the most popular stations in Ulm and Frankfurt am Main?

In Ulm, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station or Egertweg Steig A Coach Stop, while in Frankfurt am Main you will be arriving at Central Station, Stuttgarter Strasse Bus Stop or Central Coach Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Frankfurt am Main from Ulm? With 6 connections between 2 Train, Bus and Car operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Ulm and Frankfurt am Main, you can pay as low as £14 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Frankfurt am Main in just 3h 16m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Ulm and Frankfurt am Main are FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Ulm and Frankfurt am Main is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Neu-Ulm or to Neu-Isenburg, and look at flights from Memmingen Airport, and landing at Frankfurt am Main Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Ulm to Frankfurt am Main?

The most popular companies between Ulm and Frankfurt am Main, are FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Ulm to Frankfurt am Main

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Ulm to Frankfurt am Main. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Ulm to Frankfurt am Main

How can I reach Frankfurt am Main from Ulm?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Train, Bus and Car, with which you can get to Frankfurt am Main from Ulm.

How far is Frankfurt am Main from Ulm?

The distance between Ulm and Frankfurt am Main is 213.0 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Ulm and Frankfurt am Main?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 36 kgs, and a flight 52 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Ulm to Frankfurt am Main?

You can get to Frankfurt am Main with just £14 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Ulm to Frankfurt am Main?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Frankfurt am Main in just 3h 16m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Ulm and to Frankfurt am Main

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Ulm and to Frankfurt am Main. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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