How much is the bus ticket from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest bus tickets from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main start at R 1 253. The average price for this route is around R 2 511. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

The average bus journey time from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1437 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Madrid to Frankfurt am Main route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

The earliest bus departs from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

A bus trip from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main produces an estimated 36 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Madrid to Frankfurt am Main from R 1 346 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main on 2 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:40	Madrid (South)	1d 6h	23:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	Cheapest
14:50	Madrid (South)	1d 3h	18:45	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
15:45	Madrid (South)	1d 8h	00:15	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
20:25	Madrid (South)	1d 4h	01:05	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	1d 4h	01:30	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main on 3 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:15	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	1d 4h	13:20	Frankfurt - Main bus station	Cheapest
	09:15	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	1d 3h	12:55	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	Fastest
	08:35	Estación Sur	1d 4h	13:20	Frankfurt - Main bus station	No tags
	16:40	Madrid (South)	1d 6h	23:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	1d 14h	11:07	Südbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main on 5 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:30	Estación Sur	1d 1h	23:55	Frankfurt - Main bus station	Cheapest
	23:00	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	1d	23:35	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	Fastest
	08:35	Estación Sur	1d 4h	13:20	Frankfurt - Main bus station	No tags
	16:40	Madrid (South)	1d 6h	23:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	1d 12h	09:09	Südbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main on 6 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:30	Estación Sur	1d 1h	23:55	Frankfurt - Main bus station	Cheapest
23:00	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	1d	23:35	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	Fastest
06:30	Estación Sur	1d 7h	14:10	Frankfurt - Main bus station	No tags
06:30	Estación Sur	1d 7h	13:45	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	No tags
22:30	Estación Sur	1d 1h	23:35	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:06 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 17 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 725, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

17h 50mAverage duration

1447 kmDistance

61kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 253 - R 5 243	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 725 - R 3 796	Average duration17h 50m	CO₂ emissions 61kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Frankfurt am Main?

Stops in Madrid

A
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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B
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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C
Avenida de América Metro
Avenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
Visit page
D
Moncloa
Plaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
Visit page
E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Ronda de Valencia 6
Ronda de Valencia 6, 28012 Madrid, Spain

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A
Frankfurt Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
C
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Visit page
D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 488 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 183 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main start at R 1 253. The average price for this route is around R 2 511. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?
The average bus journey time from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1437 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Madrid to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest bus departs from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?
A bus trip from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main produces an estimated 36 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

29/11

R 2 218

30/11

R 1 459

Today

No data

02/12

R 2 284

03/12

R 1 355

04/12

R 1 782

05/12

R 1 792

06/12

R 1 876

The cheapest trip from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 03 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 355

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 355 to R 3 533 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 355, which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.