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

The cheapest way to get from Aarau to Mainz is to drive which costs €60 - €95 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aarau to Mainz is to train and fly which takes 3h 12m and costs €110 - €230.

Is there a direct train between Aarau and Mainz?

No, there is no direct train from Aarau to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Aarau and arriving at Mainz, Römisches Theater via Basel SBB and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Aarau to Mainz?

The distance between Aarau and Mainz is 369 km. The road distance is 379.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Aarau to Mainz without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 5h and costs €55 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Aarau to Mainz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aarau to Mainz train from?

Aarau to Mainz train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Aarau station.

Where does the Aarau to Mainz train arrive?

Aarau to Mainz train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Aarau to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Aarau to Mainz is 379 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Aarau to Mainz.

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

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Where can I stay near Mainz?

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Aarau to Mainz - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Aarau to Mainz by train (Trenitalia), car, train, or plane

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 Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Aarau to Basel SBBtrain Ic
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
3. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, Römisches Theatertrain S5 / ...
5h
€55–156
Drive 379.3 km
1. Drive from Aarau to Mainzcar 379.3 km
3h 18m
€64–93
Train to Zurich Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Aarau to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane ZRH - FRA
3h 12m
€112–227
Train
1. Take the train from Aarau to Basel SBBtrain Ir37 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain 43N
6h 13m
€60–111
Train to Basel, fly
1. Take the train from Aarau to Basel SBBtrain
2. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BSL - FRA
4h 42m
€135–294

Aarau to Mainz by train

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Distance: 369.5 km
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Aarau, Switzerland and Mainz, Germany?

You can take a train from Aarau to Mainz, Römisches Theater via Basel SBB and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 5h.

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