What is the cheapest way to get from Aachen to Mainz?

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Mainz is to rideshare which costs €10 - €17 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen to Mainz?

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Mainz is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen and Mainz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aachen station west station and arriving at Mainz central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Mainz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aachen Hbf and arriving at Mainz Hbf. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Aachen to Mainz?

The distance between Aachen and Mainz is 264 km. The road distance is 240.2 km.

How do I travel from Aachen to Mainz without a car?

The best way to get from Aachen to Mainz without a car is to train via Frankfurt which takes 2h 9m and costs €35 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Aachen to Mainz?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Aachen to Mainz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Mainz bus from?

Aachen to Mainz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Aachen station west.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Mainz train from?

Aachen to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Aachen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Aachen to Mainz?

The best way to get from Aachen to Mainz is to train via Frankfurt which takes 2h 9m and costs €35 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €28 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Aachen to Mainz bus arrive?

Aachen to Mainz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Mainz central train station.

Where does the Aachen to Mainz train arrive?

Aachen to Mainz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Mainz is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Aachen to Mainz.

How do I get a train ticket from Aachen to Mainz?

Book your Aachen to Mainz train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Aachen to Mainz?

Book your Aachen to Mainz bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Mainz?

There are 1123+ hotels available in Mainz.

Can I share a ride from Aachen to Mainz?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Aachen and Mainz. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Aachen to Mainz - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Aachen to Mainz by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Frankfurt
best
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Frankfurt(M) Flughafen FernbfIce / ...
2h 9m
€39–105
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Aachen to Mainz238.7 km
2h 45m
€10–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aachen station west to Mainz central train stationN1310
3h 25m
€19–28
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Aachen West to Duesseldorf Hbf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)DUS - FRA
4h 3m
€107–205
Train
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Mainz HbfNj
3h 12m
€22–35
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Messe/DeutzRe
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mainz, HauptbahnhofRb26
4h 51m
€44–69
Drive 240.2 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Mainz240.2 km
2h 9m
€34–49

Aachen to Mainz by train

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Distance: 264 km
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Mainz, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Aachen Hbf to Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €30–95 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Aachen station west to Mainz central train station once daily. Tickets cost €19–28 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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