How to get from Munich to Frankfurt
- 304 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 09m
- 71 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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We compared the ways to travel from Munich to Frankfurt. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 09m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 304 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on October 2, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
304 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €73Checked Oct 2 | 1h 09mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €18Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 3h 24mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €24Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 4h 45mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€73Checked Oct 21h 09m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€18Omio catalogue, Oct 33h 24m · directSee Train details
- Bus€24Omio catalogue, Oct 34h 45m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Munich to Frankfurt: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1Munich Airport → Frankfurt am Mainflight1h 09m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Flight prices by day, Munich to Frankfurt
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€64Departures from Munich to Frankfurt
FlixBus runs 71 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:00 and the last at 23:50.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 71 | 00:00 | 23:50 |
| Deutsche Bahntrain | 40 | 00:01 | 18:45 |
All departuresFlixBus
- 00:00
- 00:50
- 01:00
- 02:00
- 02:45
- 03:00
- 03:45
- 03:50
- 04:45
- 04:50
- 05:20
- 05:45
- 05:50
- 06:00
- 06:20
- 07:00
- 07:05
- 07:20
- 08:00
- 08:05
- 09:00
- 09:05
- 10:00
- 10:45
- 11:45
- 12:45
- 13:45
- 14:15
- 14:45
- 15:15
- 16:15
- 17:30
- 18:30
- 19:30
- 19:40
- 20:05
- 20:40
- 21:05
- 21:40
- 22:05
- 23:50
All departuresDeutsche Bahn
- 00:01
- 04:20
- 04:41
- 05:33
- 05:43
- 05:44
- 06:20
- 06:42
- 06:44
- 07:28
- 07:42
- 07:47
- 08:19
- 08:45
- 09:28
- 09:46
- 09:47
- 10:19
- 10:45
- 11:28
- 11:36
- 11:45
- 12:20
- 12:45
- 13:28
- 13:34
- 13:45
- 14:20
- 14:45
- 15:28
- 15:33
- 15:45
- 16:20
- 16:44
- 16:45
- 17:28
- 17:46
- 18:19
- 18:44
- 18:45
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 3
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Munich to Frankfurt works
Start with a flight from Munich to Frankfurt, about 1h 9m. In total it's roughly €73 over 1h 9m, direct, no transfers.
Munich to Frankfurt: common questions
How long does it take to get from Munich to Frankfurt?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 09m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Munich to Frankfurt?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:00 and the last at 23:50, from Munich central, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Munich to Frankfurt?
71 a day with FlixBus, between 00:00 and 23:50.
Which station does the bus from Munich to Frankfurt leave from?
Munich central with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
When is the first train from Munich to Frankfurt?
The first train with Deutsche Bahn leaves at 00:01 and the last at 18:45, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Munich to Frankfurt?
40 a day with Deutsche Bahn, between 00:01 and 18:45.
How far is Frankfurt from Munich?
About 304 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Munich to Frankfurt cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €73. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Munich to Frankfurt?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 09m.
How long is the flight from Munich to Frankfurt?
About 1h 09m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Munich and Frankfurt?
Munich is MUC and Frankfurt is FRA, so this route is usually written MUC to FRA.
Which operators run Munich to Frankfurt?
On this route you travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Munich to Frankfurt?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Route calculated: 2 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 2 Oct 2026