THE SHORT VERSION
Greater London to Frankfurt at a glance.
- From
- Greater London
- To
- Frankfurt Frankfurt am Main
- Road distance
- About 774 km
- Straight line
- 638 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~8 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Frankfurt to Greater London →
- Border
- United Kingdom → Germany. Passport and visa rules apply
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Greater London
London is the hub of Britain's coach network and a major terminus for international buses to Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels and beyond. Almost all long-distance coaches use Victoria Coach Station in Westminster, near Victoria rail and Underground station.
- Victoria Coach Station
Buckingham Palace Road, Westminster. National Express, Megabus, FlixBus and most international coaches. - Airport and suburban stops
Many coaches also call at Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted or Luton airports, and some at stops such as Stratford or Golders Green.
Arriving in Frankfurt
The coach station is next to the main station's S-Bahn and U-Bahn.
- Frankfurt long-distance bus station · Fernbusbahnhof Frankfurt am Main
Stuttgarter Straße, south side of Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof. - Frankfurt Airport
Many coaches also call at the airport.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Some routes stop only at the airport: check your ticket.
KEEP GOING
From Frankfurt, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Frankfurt
More buses from Greater London
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Greater London from Frankfurt by road?+
About 774 km by road (638 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Greater London to Frankfurt take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 8 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Greater London?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Greater London include Victoria Coach Station, Airport and suburban stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Frankfurt to Greater London?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Frankfurt to Greater London guide.
Where does the bus from Greater London arrive in Frankfurt?+
It depends on the operator. In Frankfurt, services use Frankfurt long-distance bus station, Frankfurt Airport. The coach station is next to the main station's S-Bahn and U-Bahn.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Frankfurt?+
The coach station is next to the main station's S-Bahn and U-Bahn.
What kind of bus runs from Greater London to Frankfurt?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Greater London to Frankfurt bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Frankfurt by bus?+
Direct buses from Frankfurt include Munich, Brussels, Zurich, Amsterdam, Hamburg and more. See all connections on our Frankfurt bus page.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Greater London to Frankfurt?+
This journey crosses from United Kingdom into Germany. Check the current entry and visa rules for your nationality before you travel, and keep your passport with you on the bus.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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