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

The cheapest way to get from Detmold to Mainz is to drive which costs €35 - €60 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detmold to Mainz is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Detmold and Mainz?

No, there is no direct train from Detmold to Mainz. However, there are services departing from Detmold, Bahnhof and arriving at Mainz, Römisches Theater via Altenbeken, Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Detmold to Mainz?

The distance between Detmold and Mainz is 345 km. The road distance is 273.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Detmold to Mainz without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs €45 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Detmold to Mainz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detmold to Mainz train from?

Detmold to Mainz train services, operated by National Express, depart from Altenbeken station.

Train or bus from Detmold to Mainz?

The best way to get from Detmold to Mainz is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs €45 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Detmold to Mainz train arrive?

Detmold to Mainz train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe station.

Can I drive from Detmold to Mainz?

Yes, the driving distance between Detmold to Mainz is 274 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Detmold to Mainz.

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

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Where can I stay near Mainz?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Detmold to Mainz by train, bus, car, 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
best
1. Take the train from Altenbeken to Kassel-WilhelmshoeheRe
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Frankfurt20 / ...
4h 32m
€48–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bielefeld Brackwede train station to Frankfurt AirportN110
8h 18m
€38–78
Drive 273.7 km
1. Drive from Detmold to Mainz273.7 km
3h 3m
€39–56
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)DUS - FRA
4h 57m
€122–239
Train via Detmold, Bahnhof
1. Take the train from Altenbeken to Kassel-WilhelmshoeheRe
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to FrankfurtRe30
5h 56m
€62–102

Detmold to Mainz by train

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4h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 345.2 km
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a train from Detmold, Bahnhof to Mainz, Römisches Theater via Altenbeken, Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe, and Frankfurt in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bielefeld Brackwede train station to Frankfurt Airport once daily. Tickets cost €22–50 and the journey takes 5h.

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