What is the distance between Lugano and Frankfurt am Main?

Lugano and Frankfurt am Main are 284 miles (458 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lugano to Frankfurt am Main?

If you're headed to Frankfurt am Main from Lugano, chances are that your bus will depart from Arrêt D'autobus Lugano and arrive at Frankfurt Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Lugano to Frankfurt am Main from $43 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Compare 2 ways to go from Lugano to Frankfurt am Main.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$47 - $113	Average Duration13h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$36 - $62	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Lugano to Frankfurt am Main

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest ticket

19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lugano to Frankfurt am Main: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$69

Average bus trip duration13h 10m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure12:35am

Distance279 miles (449 km)

Latest bus departure10:55pm

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/59,750 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,579 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Trenitalia, Rede Expressos, Sindbad, Rede Expressos

Lugano to Frankfurt am Main Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Lugano to Frankfurt am Main.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Lugano to Frankfurt am Main from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Lugano to Frankfurt am Main, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

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

Stops in Lugano

A - Arrêt D'autobus Lugano

B - Stazione/Gare de Lugano

C - Via Basilea

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Frankfurt Airport

B - Hbf

C - Südbahnhof

D - Frankfurt Onibus

E - Braubachstraße 41

F - Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lugano - Frankfurt am Main

What is the distance between Lugano and Frankfurt am Main?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lugano to Frankfurt am Main?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

07/25

$56

07/26

$69

Today

$64

07/28

$56

07/29

$54

07/30

$55

07/31

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08/01

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The cheapest trip from Lugano to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Jul 29, 2025 with a price of $54

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

You can expect to pay from $54 to $110 for a bus ticket from Lugano to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-07-29.

Usually Flixbus (CH) 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Lugano to Frankfurt am Main but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Lugano to Frankfurt am Main, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Lugano to Frankfurt am Main that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Lugano to Frankfurt am Main while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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