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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights and Buses to Frankfurt am Main from Madrid. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
25h 25m
£52
£73
8
Flight
5h 15m
£81
£141
197

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

You can reach Frankfurt am Main with just £52 by taking a Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
from £59
Monday
from £86
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £52
Thursday
from £106
Friday
from £78
Saturday

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    31h 0m
    0
    22:55
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    05:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £59
  • FlixBus
    32h 10m
    0
    23:50
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    08:00
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £60
  • FlixBus
    26h 10m
    0
    20:50
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    23:00
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £67
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Aer Lingus
    25h 35m
    0
    08:30
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    10:05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £81
  • Iberia
    24h 50m
    0
    07:30
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    08:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from £90
  • Iberia Express
    26h 45m
    0
    07:20
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    10:05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Iberia Express
    Economy
    from £112
  • TAROM
    30h 15m
    0
    12:25
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    18:40
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £137
  • Air Serbia
    19h 5m
    0
    14:05
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    09:10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from £138

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Iberia Express
    5h 45m
    0
    07:05
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    12:50
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Iberia Express
    Economy
    from £86
  • Iberia
    5h 45m
    0
    07:05
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    12:50
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from £104
  • TAP Portugal
    21h 35m
    0
    14:55
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    12:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    TAP Portugal
    Economy
    from £129
  • TAROM
    20h 35m
    0
    13:40
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    10:15
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £145
  • Air Europa
    12h 10m
    0
    07:10
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    19:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from £165

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    25h 25m
    0
    22:30
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    23:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Coach Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    £52
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    28h 45m
    0
    08:35
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    13:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Coach Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    £61
  • FlixBus
    31h 20m
    0
    22:35
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    05:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £68
  • FlixBus
    32h 35m
    0
    23:25
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    08:00
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £68
  • FlixBus
    30h 5m
    0
    23:50
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    05:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £75

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • LC Perú
    8h 55m
    0
    10:25
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    19:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £106
  • Iberia
    11h 50m
    0
    07:30
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    19:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from £116
  • Wizz Air
    21h 35m
    0
    10:10
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    07:45
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £146
  • Iberia Express
    14h 35m
    0
    23:00
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    13:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Iberia Express
    Economy
    from £159
  • Brussels Airlines
    8h 0m
    0
    12:35
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    20:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Brussels Airlines
    Economy
    from £169

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    28h 45m
    0
    08:35
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    13:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Coach Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    £78
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    25h 25m
    0
    22:30
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    23:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Coach Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    £79
  • FlixBus
    30h 5m
    0
    23:50
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    06:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £93
  • FlixBus
    26h 10m
    0
    20:50
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    23:00
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £115
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Iberia Express
    20h 40m
    0
    23:00
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    19:40
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Iberia Express
    Economy
    from £151
  • Iberia
    20h 55m
    0
    11:25
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    08:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from £169
  • Air Europa
    5h 15m
    0
    08:20
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    13:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from £196
  • Aer Lingus
    13h 35m
    0
    20:30
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    10:05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £199
  • British Airways
    16h 25m
    0
    18:05
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    10:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £223

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

You can get to Frankfurt am Main from Madrid in just 5h 15m with a Flight from Air Europa. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 19h 5m
Monday
from 5h 45m
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 25h 25m
Thursday
from 8h 0m
Friday
from 5h 15m
Saturday

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Air Serbia
    19h 5m
    0
    14:05
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    09:10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from £138
  • Iberia
    24h 50m
    0
    07:30
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    08:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from £90
  • Aer Lingus
    25h 35m
    0
    08:30
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    10:05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £81
  • Iberia Express
    26h 45m
    0
    07:20
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    10:05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Iberia Express
    Economy
    from £112
  • TAROM
    30h 15m
    0
    12:25
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    18:40
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £137
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    26h 10m
    0
    20:50
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    23:00
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £67
  • FlixBus
    31h 0m
    0
    22:55
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    05:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £59
  • FlixBus
    32h 10m
    0
    23:50
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    08:00
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £60

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Iberia Express
    5h 45m
    0
    07:05
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    12:50
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Iberia Express
    Economy
    from £86
  • Iberia
    5h 45m
    0
    07:05
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    12:50
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from £104
  • Air Europa
    12h 10m
    0
    07:10
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    19:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from £165
  • TAROM
    20h 35m
    0
    13:40
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    10:15
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £145
  • TAP Portugal
    21h 35m
    0
    14:55
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    12:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    TAP Portugal
    Economy
    from £129

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    25h 25m
    0
    22:30
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    23:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Coach Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    £52
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    28h 45m
    0
    08:35
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    13:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Coach Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    £61
  • FlixBus
    30h 5m
    0
    23:50
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    05:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £75
  • FlixBus
    31h 20m
    0
    22:35
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    05:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £68
  • FlixBus
    32h 35m
    0
    23:25
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    08:00
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £68

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Brussels Airlines
    8h 0m
    0
    12:35
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    20:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Brussels Airlines
    Economy
    from £169
  • LC Perú
    8h 55m
    0
    10:25
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    19:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £106
  • Iberia
    11h 50m
    0
    07:30
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    19:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from £116
  • Iberia Express
    14h 35m
    0
    23:00
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    13:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Iberia Express
    Economy
    from £159
  • Wizz Air
    21h 35m
    0
    10:10
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    07:45
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £146

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Air Europa
    5h 15m
    0
    08:20
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    13:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from £196
  • Aer Lingus
    13h 35m
    0
    20:30
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    10:05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £199
  • British Airways
    16h 25m
    0
    18:05
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    10:30
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £223
  • Iberia Express
    20h 40m
    0
    23:00
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    19:40
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Iberia Express
    Economy
    from £151
  • Iberia
    20h 55m
    0
    11:25
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    08:20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from £169
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    25h 25m
    0
    22:30
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    23:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Coach Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    £79
  • FlixBus
    26h 10m
    0
    20:50
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    23:00
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £115
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    28h 45m
    0
    08:35
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    13:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Coach Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    £78
  • FlixBus
    30h 5m
    0
    23:50
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    06:55
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £93
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main

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

In Madrid, you will usually depart from Sur Bus Station, Chamartin Train Station or Atocha Train Station, while in Frankfurt am Main you will be arriving at West Train Station, Central Coach Station or Central 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 Madrid? With 6 connections between 3 Flight and Bus 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 Madrid and Frankfurt am Main, you can pay as low as £52 with a Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus.

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 Flight from Air Europa: you will get to Frankfurt am Main in just 5h 15m.

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 Madrid and Frankfurt am Main are FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Iberia, 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 Madrid 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 Delicias or to Neu-Isenburg, and look at flights from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas 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 Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

The most popular companies between Madrid and Frankfurt am Main, are FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Iberia. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus

Airlines: Iberia, Iberia Express, Aer Lingus and 8 more.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Madrid 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 Madrid to Frankfurt am Main

How can I reach Frankfurt am Main from Madrid?

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

How far is Frankfurt am Main from Madrid?

The distance between Madrid and Frankfurt am Main is 1,445.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Madrid 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 39 kgs of CO2, a train 51 kgs, a car 246 kgs, and a flight 356 kgs.

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

You can get to Frankfurt am Main with just £52 by taking a Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid 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 5h 15m with a Flight from Air Europa.

More routes to Madrid and to Frankfurt am Main

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

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